MARRIAGE OF THE VIRGIN
After Raffaello Sanzio 1483-1520

SPOSALIZIO DELLA VERGINE
Ispirato a Raffaello Sanzio 1483-1520


© Beth Grossman 2003
20" h x 30" w x 2" d
Gold leaf on wooden C-clamps
O PROSPER THE WORK OF OUR HANDS

FAI PROSPERARE L’OPERA DELLE NOSTRE MANI


Joseph and Jesus were carpenters and C-clamps are used to join two things together. As Mary and Joseph are betrothed with in the famous painting, the Marriage of the Virgin, by Raphael, a focal point of exchanging rings pronounces sincerity, devotion, trust and loyalty. The prayer “O Prosper the work of our hands” expresses the hope that their union will bring forth a child who will do good deeds.