Late 19th - 2 Vintage French Religious Holy Cards - Our Lady of Grace and Lourdes - Catholic Prayer Memorabilia - Collectible Devotional Art

This collection presents two antique French religious prayer cards, each with a golden background. Dating from the late 19th century, these devotional items reflect the era's Catholic piety, illustrating Marian apparitions and popular prayers.

The first card portrays Our Lady of Grace, reminiscent of the Miraculous Medal, with golden rays from her hands as she stands on a globe. It bears the invocation 'O Marie conçue sans péché priez pour nous qui avons recours à vous.' (O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.). The reverse cites 'Rescrit de N. S. P. le Pape Léon XIII. 19 décembre 1885.' (Rescript of Our Holy Father Pope Leo XIII. December 19, 1885.), granting indulgences.

The second card illustrates the revered apparition of Our Lady of Lourdes to Saint Bernadette in the grotto. Below the image, it reads 'A la Grotte Bénie, j'ai prié pour vous' (At the Blessed Grotto, I prayed for you), suggesting a pilgrimage memento. Its reverse side includes the 'PRIÈRE À NOTRE-DAME DE LOURDES' (Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes), enhancing its historical and spiritual value.