Summary
Framed medallion belonging to Mrs Anna Anchesci, an Italian Migrant. St. Anthony of Padua is a very popular saint. He was renowned for his preaching and for working many miracles during his lifetime which earned him the title of 'wonder-worker'. St Anthony is the patron of lost articles, Portugal, and harvests. His feast is June 13. He is usually depicted bearing the Child Jesus in his arms and holding a lily.
Physical Description
Large circular medallion, in blue plastic, with a gold painted rim. The medallion depicts St Anthony, with halo holding a child Jesus and kissing his head. The white plastic frame which holds the medallion in place, is in the shape of a wreath of lilies in a basket.
More Information
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Collection Names
Museums Victoria/Italian Historical Society Co.As.It Collection
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mrs Anna Anchesci, 15 Aug 1994
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Person Depicted
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User
Mrs Anna Anchesci, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1930s
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Inscriptions
Text: S. ANTONIUS DE PADUA.
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Classification
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
175 mm (Width), 160 mm (Depth), 25 mm (Height)
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Keywords
Italian Communities, Italian Immigration, Religions, Religious Artifacts