1900s - Antique Religious Card - Our Lady of the Sacred Heart - Madonna and Child - French Prayer Holy Indulgence Collectible

This beautiful antique religious card depicts a devotional image of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, holding the Infant Jesus. Both figures are adorned with regal crowns, emphasizing their divine majesty. The background features a striking gold embossed pattern, creating an aura of sacredness and importance. The vibrant colors and detailed artistry are characteristic of early 20th-century religious printmaking.

The front of the card bears the inscription 'Notre Dame du Sacré-Cœur, priez pour nous. (300 jours d'indulgence),' which translates to 'Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, pray for us. (300 days of indulgence).' The reverse side features a traditional French prayer and details about an Archconfraternity. It states, 'NB: Une Archiconfrérie en l'honneur de N.-D. du S.-C. est établie à Issoudun (Indre), pour le succès de causes difficiles et désespérées,' meaning 'NB: An Archconfraternity in honor of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart is established in Issoudun (Indre), for the success of difficult and desperate causes.' This historical document offers a glimpse into popular religious practices and devotions of the era.