Medal, Commemorative

Object number2011.65.25

Date1945-2009

Mediumbrass; enamel

Credit LineGift of Estate of Virgil Cantini

DescriptionSilver religious medallion. Embossed text on obverse. Image of Saint Joseph holding a baby Jesus, with a flowering plant to the left, and a dove, wood plank, and tool to the right. Metal loop at top for attachment purposes.Dimensions1.25 x 1.5 in. (3.2 x 3.8 cm)
InscriptionsEmbossed on obverse: "SANCTE JOSEPH ORA PRO NOBIS".
Historical NotesThis medal was probably uesd for inspiration by Virgil Cantini. Part of a collection of artwork and art tools from artist Virgil Cantini (b. Roccaraso, Italy 1919, d. Pittsburgh 2009). Cantini’s artwork was often inspired by his devout Catholic faith. Cantini’s home on Craig Street often caught the eye of passersby with its bright metal and glass entryway and decorative gating around the roof porch, both designed by Cantini. Cantini and his wife, Lucille Kleber, added a gallery space on to the front of their home to display their artwork and a studio on the second floor. In addition to the studio at the Craig Street house, Cantini worked out of a larger studio on Winthrop Street, housed in a 19th century firehouse.

Previous owner Virgil David Cantini (Italian, 1919 - 2009)

Related person Jesus Christ

Related person Saint Joseph

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