Stella Maris – Franz Matsch – Beautiful Catholic Art – Catholic Gift – Archival Quality Rosary Centerpiece Then it says

Then it says

He became know primarily as an "Orientalist" painter

lasted until 1960

/ Most sweet Jesus

Schiestl painted this in 1904

Stella Maris – Franz Matsch – Beautiful Catholic Art – Catholic Gift – Archival Quality Rosary Centerpiece Then it saysStella Maris, or Star of the Sea, is a traditional title of Mary. It was used by sailors and their families while the sailors were out on the water. It has come to more generally ge used by anyone who seeks both the protection and guidance of Mary and her Son. This painting was done about 1890 by Franz Matsch. It shows Jesus blessing the viewer, and hence the world, while Mary bestows special graces from her Son with her outstretched hand to the ship