The Stigmatization of St. Francis, printed with hand-applied 23-karat gold
Fine art print with 23-karat gold applied by hand
A large-scale work based on an illuminated initial from 13th-century Siena, combining philological value, refined craftsmanship, and intense spiritual power. This Antiquus edition reproduces in 1:1 scale a masterpiece attributed to Rinaldo da Siena, dated circa 1275 and preserved at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, shelfmark Ms.71, CCO Program. The print is embellished with handcrafted 23-karat gold accents on select details, creating a piece with a striking visual impactFREE EDITION – READY TO HANG
- Limited edition of 149 numbered copies
- 23K gold hand-applied on selected details
- Certificate of authenticity and edition included
- Unframed print
- Ideale per incorniciatura personalizzata
- Warranti 60 mounth
- Right of withdrawal within 30 days of delivery
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149,00 €
- Description
Description
Technical data sheet of the work
- Format: 1:1 scale original size
- Support: Special paper
- Gold Application: 23K gold hand-applied to selected details
- Printing technique: Fine art giclée print
- Folio dimensions: approximately 37 cm by 53 cm
- Certification: Included – progressive number + print run
- Edition: Limited to 149 numbered copies
- Warranty: 60 mounth
- Right of withdrawal: 30 days
Technical data sheet of the original work
- Title: Initial G – The Stigmatization of St. Francis
- Attribution: Attributed to Rinaldo da Siena (Italian, active around 1270)
- Dating: circa 1275
- Type: Sheet from a gradual
- Technique / materials: Tempera colors and gold leaf on parchment
- Conservation: The J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles
- Signature: Ms. 71
Digital image courtesy of Getty’s Open Content Program.
Saint Francis and the gift of the stigmata
In 1224, on Mount La Verna, Saint Francis of Assisi experienced one of the most mysterious and sublime moments of Christian spirituality.
Having withdrawn into the silence of prayer and fasting, after a long time of interior trial and meditation on the Passion of Christ, he had the vision of a crucified seraph.
At the completion of this mystical experience, the stigmata appeared on his body: the marks of the nails in his hands and feet, and the wound in his side.
Franciscan tradition recognizes in this event the seal of its full union with the crucified Christ.
Since then, La Verna has remained a place of remembrance, asceticism, and silence, preserving the memory of an ardent love consummated in the mystery of the Cross.
In this edition of Antiquus, the spiritual power of the scene is further enhanced by the hand-applied 23-karat gold on selected details of the image.
Gold is not merely an ornament: it becomes light, a symbolic substance, a visual revelation of the sacred.
His presence lights up the composition, amplifies its solemnity and gives the work a luminous and precious quality, capable of conveying all the contemplative depth of medieval art.
The stigmata constitute the theological and emotional heart of the entire depiction. They are not merely the memory of an event that occurred in 1224, but the visible manifestation of Francis’s sanctity, his conformity to the suffering Christ, and the culmination of his mystical experience.
In questa immagine, la miniatura medievale trasforma quell’evento in una visione di raccoglimento, silenzio e trascendenza, mentre l’intervento in oro 23 carati ne rafforza il carattere sacrale e ne accresce il fascino collezionistico.
The result is a work of striking visual elegance and profound symbolic value, designed for those seeking not only a
A liturgical sheet from the Italian 13th century
The work derives from a sheet of a gradual, the large choral book used in the medieval liturgy, in which historiated initials introduced the texts of the sacred chant.
In this context, the image did not have a merely decorative function, but became a visual and spiritual threshold, capable of accompanying reading, singing, and celebration.
Questa origine conferisce all’opera un valore ulteriore: non solo immagine da contemplare, ma testimonianza viva della cultura figurativa e religiosa del Duecento italiano.
Rinaldo da Siena e la luce dell’oro
Attributed to Rinaldo da Siena, an artist active around 1270, the miniature expresses with rare finesse the essential characteristics of 13th-century Sienese painting: compositional balance, narrative essentiality, spiritual intensity and the use of gold as symbolic light.
The original is dated around 1275 and is preserved at the J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, with shelfmark Ms. 71.
In this Antiquus edition, the rigor of fine art reproduction combines with premium craftsmanship, transforming the image’s historical value into a highly fascinating decorative and collectible presence.
A fine reproduction, but a presence capable of uniting art, spirituality, light, and prestige.
Hand-applied 23-karat gold
One of the most distinctive elements of this edition is the manual application of 23-karat gold on selected details of the work.
This artisanal intervention gives relief, luminosity and depth to the composition, giving the miniature a visual intensity that recalls the precious language of medieval sacred art.
Gold makes each piece more alive, more solemn and more precious, accentuating the perception of uniqueness and the value of the work as a whole.
Collector’s Edition
Questa proposta Antiquus è pensata come edizione da collezione: la tiratura è limitata a 149 esemplari numerati ed è accompagnata da certificato di autenticità e di tiratura.
Added to this are a 60-month warranty and the right of withdrawal within 30 days of delivery, elements that reinforce the perception of quality, protection, and value over time.
Why choose it
Choosing The Stigmatization of St. Francis means bringing home a work that combines medieval miniature, Franciscan spirituality, precious craftsmanship, and symbolic power.
It is the ideal choice for those who love Italian sacred art, valuable editorial objects, and images capable of conveying light, contemplation, and aesthetic authority.
A fine reproduction, yet a piece that seamlessly blends art, spirituality, light, and prestige. The combination of the mystical event of 1224, hand-applied 23-karat gold, and its museum-quality origins makes this edition particularly well-suited both for collectors and as a significant and distinctive gift.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Stigmatization of St. Francis: Fine Art Print with Hand-Applied 23-Karat Gold
No. This is the frameless version, designed to give you greater freedom in choosing the display option that best suits your taste and the setting where the artwork will be placed.
The main advantage is the ability to choose your favorite frame, one that complements the style of the space where the artwork will be displayed, whether it be classic, elegant, or contemporary.
Yes. The print is embellished with 23-karat gold applied by hand to select details, a feature that enhances its elegance, brilliance, and artisanal value.
No. It is a 1:1 scale fine art giclée print produced by Antiquus, inspired by an original attributed to Rinaldo da Siena, dated around 1275 and housed at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles.
The image depicts the stigmata of St. Francis—that is, the moment in 1224 on Mount La Verna when the saint received the sacred stigmata, one of the most profound episodes in Franciscan spirituality.
The folio measures approximately 37 × 53 cm and is reproduced on a 1:1 scale relative to the original.
Yes. This edition is available in a limited run of 149 numbered copies, a feature that enhances its collectible value.
Yes. Each item comes with a certificate of authenticity and edition number, bearing the sequential number of the edition.
Yes. This is a particularly appealing option for those who wish to give a valuable piece of art while allowing the recipient to choose the frame that best suits their personal style and interior decor.
Yes. The product is covered by a 60-month warranty and you have the right to return it within 30 days of delivery.
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