Talitha Cumi (Jairus's Daughter)
Print / Photomechanical reproduction on paper • After a traditional religious artist / Workshop style (popular Christian devotional art)
Style & Movement
Realism / Christian Devotional Art
Medium & Technique
Color lithographic or offset print reproduction of an original painting
Creation Period
Late 20th century (circa 1970s-1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Medium vertical format, approximately 16 x 20 inches including mat and dark wood frame
Subject Description
Depicts the biblical narrative of Jesus raising Jairus's daughter from the dead, showing Jesus holding the hand of a young girl rising from a bed, attended by grieving or astonished figures in a dimly lit interior illuminated by a divine light source.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. The print appears stable with clear imagery, housed in a standard wooden frame with a double mat and a descriptive plaque bearing scripture.
Estimated Market Value
$20 - $50
Auction Estimate
$10 - $30
Provenance History
Standard commercial religious devotional print, likely purchased from a religious bookstore or distributed through a church ministry; typical domestic provenance.
Art Historical Significance
Holds cultural and devotional significance within 20th-century Christian popular art traditions, serving as a visual aid for faith and comfort rather than fine art significance.
Notable Features
Includes an inset plaque at the bottom of the mat featuring a biblical quote from Isaiah 41:10 ('Fear not, for I am with you...'), enhancing its devotional function.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust and minor scuffs on the wooden frame; potential slight fading typical of paper prints exposed to ambient light.
Conservation Recommendations
Display away from direct sunlight to prevent fading. Keep in a stable indoor humidity-controlled environment.