Our Lady of Bright Hope (or similar Madonna and Child title)
Contemporary offset lithograph or digital giclée print on heavy paper/cardstock • Howard Lyon
Style & Movement
Contemporary Religious Realism / Neo-Classical Illustration
Medium & Technique
Mixed media digital painting; employs digital sfumato and computer-generated gold leaf textures to mimic classical gilding
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (c. 2010–2020)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8x10 or 11x14 inches; Vertical Portrait format
Subject Description
A close-cropped, intimate depiction of the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child in an affectionate embrace. Mary is shown in profile, eyes closed, with a golden halo and ornate silken veil. The child reaches toward her face in a gesture of tenderness. The iconography blends Byzantine circular halo motifs with 19th-century academic realism
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the item appears to be a new or well-preserved mass-produced commercial print
Estimated Market Value
$20 - $150 (USD)
Auction Estimate
$10 - $50 (USD)
Provenance History
Likely purchased through a religious goods retailer or the artist's personal website. No unique historical lineage is indicated
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the modern 'New Renaissance' movement in commercial religious art, aiming to return to classical standards of beauty and craftsmanship in an institutional Catholic/LDS context
Notable Features
Includes a distinctive gold-stamped 'H+' monogram bottom center, identifying the artist Howard Lyon; contains a dedication line partially visible at the top ('...and all the mothers in the world')
Condition Issues
No visible damage; possible minor edge wear from previous framing or handling
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct UV sunlight to prevent fading of digital inks; use acid-free matting for long-term framing