| St David Porcelain Pendant This oval shaped porcelain pendant depicts Saint David patron saint of Wales. This piece was illustrated by Monica Wyrick. Each piece is composed of fine grained, translucent porcelain clay. The intricate designs consist of slip glazes fired into the porcelain, then each piece is finished to a satin touch. They are approximate 1 38 by 78 inch. Each oval pendants has with a 32 inch black rayon cord and is individually packaged in a velvet-like box with a card describing the symbolism of the design (see below). These porcelain portraits will help keep your patron saint close to you. Saint David - (circa 542-601) Patron of Wales St. David, also known as Dewi, was born in Wales. As a monk, he founded many monasteries throughout Wales. According to legend, David was preaching to a great crowd in Jerusalem when a dove perched on his shoulder to show that David was blessed by the spirit. The earth then rose underneath David to lift him up high so that all present could hear him speak. His feast day, March 1st is celebrated by wearing a Welsh leek leaf or flower. |