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PANEL OF SAINT THERESE

SACRED ART

An artistic panel created for a Christian temple, filled with important religious symbolism and meaningful details

Detail of the Panel of Saint Therese, showing part of its lines and colours - by Roberto Gasparini Jr.

The panel of Saint Therese of Lisieux is a distinctive artistic creation for the chapel bearing her name. Its design carries deep spiritual and symbolic significance, illustrating the connection between the divine and the earthly, inspired by Christian symbolism and moments in the life of Thérèse of Lisieux. On this panel, every detail carries a special meaning, fostering an atmosphere of reflection and devotion within the sacred space.

Drawing of the Panel of Saint Therese, featuring symbolic elements and colors inspired by Catholic symbolism and the saint’s life, in a stained-glass–like style.

Panel of Saint Therese

Artwork design composition

CONCEPTUAL ELEMENTS

The panel portrays paradise and the world below, connected by an arc of halo that points heavenward, symbolizing the sacred bond between the two realms. Each environment features symbolic and iconic shapes and colours meaningful to the saint's image at the center.

Diagram titled ‘Cross and Saint’ showing the placement of these two elements on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Cross and Saint

Two pre-existing elements were seamlessly incorporated into the panel to become integral parts of the composition. The cross at the top and the saint's image just below it.

Diagram titled ‘Celestial Realm’ showing the symbolic concept’s placement on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Celestial Realm
Located at the upper section of the panel, where the cross and the saint’s image are found, a glorious blue sky represents paradise.
Color: shades of blue

Diagram titled ‘Earthly Realm’ showing the symbolic concept’s placement on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Earthly Realm
Outside of paradise domain, at the lower section, is the earthly environment.

Colors: gray and green

Diagram titled ‘Halo Arc’ showing the symbolic concept’s placement on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Halo Arc

Representing the alliance between the divine and the human, the halo-like arc connects the celestial and the earthly realms.

Color: gold-yellow

Diagram titled ‘Radiant Rays’ showing the symbolic concept’s placement on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Radiant Rays
The representation of light emanating from the saint’s figure and extending toward the cross above the image refers to the central point of Christian belief, the sacrifice as an act of love.

Colors: gold-yellow and orange

Diagram titled ‘Solar Circle’ showing the symbolic concept’s placement on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Solar Circle
A luminous circle around the cross and the saint’s image symbolizes holiness and divine grace.
Color: gold-yellow

Diagram titled ‘Gray Sky’ showing the symbolic concept’s placement on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Gray Sky
The muted tones of the sky represent the lack of clarity and color that often characterizes mundane existence.
Color: shades of gray

Diagram titled ‘Fertile Soil’ showing the symbolic concept’s placement on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Fertile Soil

At the base, vibrant greenery symbolizes a rich, nurturing ground where faith and hope can flourish, aided by blessings from above.
Colors: shades of green

Diagram titled ‘Rays of Blessings’ showing the symbolic concept’s placement on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Rays of Blessings
Rays streaming from the saint’s image, originating in paradise and extending into the earthly realm, represent the blessings and graces bestowed upon the world.
Color: orange

Diagram titled ‘Rain of Roses’ showing the symbolic concept’s placement on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Rain of Roses
Falling roses evoke Thérèse of Lisieux’s promise: "After my death, I will let fall a shower of roses."

Color: light pink

Diagram titled ‘Framing Border’ showing the placement of this design element on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Framing Border
A golden border outlines the panel, emphasizing the elements contained within, working as a visual frame.
Color: gold-yellow

Diagram titled ‘Light Points’ showing the placement of these architectural elements on the Panel of Saint Therese.

Light Points
Unidirectional lamps were strategically positioned to highlight the saint's image and the cross, enhancing their visibility without disrupting the composition of the panel.

The artistic panel of Saint Therese of Lisieux is not merely designed as a work of sacred art, but also as a visual prayer.

Photographic image of the Panel of Saint Therese, featuring a stained-glass window seeing from inside the church.

Panel of Saint Therese

Interior perspective view of the panel in its stained glass version 

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Project development: architect Roberto Gasparini Jr.

Images: Roberto Gasparini Jr.

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