Condition: Very Good

Subject: Black Madonna of Czestochowa, Poland

Size: 14" x 11"

Time Period Produced: Late 19th Century, Early 20th 

Medium: Paint on Canvas or Linen stretched on block of wood

Who is Black Madonna of Czestochowa? 

The Black Madonna of Czestochowa, also known as the Our Lady of Czestochowa, is a famous icon of the Virgin Mary that is venerated in the city of Czestochowa, Poland. The icon is a painting of the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus, and it is believed to have been painted by St. Luke the Evangelist. The painting is housed in the Jasna Gora Monastery in Czestochowa, which is a major pilgrimage site for Catholics in Poland and around the world.

The Black Madonna of Czestochowa is known for its dark appearance, which is thought to be the result of centuries of candle smoke and other damage to the painting. Despite its name, the Black Madonna is not actually black in color, but rather a dark brown. The painting is also known for its many miraculous healings and other supernatural events that are said to have occurred in its presence.

The Black Madonna of Czestochowa is an important symbol of the Catholic faith in Poland, and it is revered by Catholics around the world. It is considered a national treasure of Poland, and it is one of the country's most popular tourist attractions.