Jameson, Mrs. (Anna), 1794-1860 · London ; New York : Longmans, Green · leaf 145
ntle lined with ermine ; in one hand a book, in the other an arrow. This, I think, is the usual manner, varied of course in expression and deportment by the taste of the artist. 2. She stands as patron saint, a majestic figure, in a rich dress with regal ornaments, a green or scarlet mantle lined… … 5. She is standing, or seated on a raised throne or pedestal ; her hair bound by a fillet of gems : her arrow in her hand ; on each side several of her virgin companions, two of whom bear standards ; as in a picture by Martino da Udine, wherein the idea of an immense and indefinite number is well…
Christian art and symbolism · Christian saints in art
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