Print - Reproduction of a painting, Blest Were The Wise Men by Daphne Allen, Early 20th Century

Historical information

Little known as this print was discovered in an old cabinet in the vestry of the Chapel of St Peter. Possibly a donation meant to be framed or possibly an item used at Port Melbourne Mission which at times ran Sunday school services at the turn of the 19th and 20th C.

Significance

Allen a child prodigy was a significant popular religious artist. This print is a good example of her work.

Physical description

Appears to be a fine quality full colour reproduction of a nativity scene with angels wise men and madonna in the style influenced by late Pre -Raphaelites mounted on heavy card with printed name of artist at left and printer initials at right and title in centre.

Inscriptions & markings

see image

References

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