"Champagnat, the Builder" Bicentenary Icon – Brushed Silver Aluminum Metal Print

Commemorate a monumental milestone in Marist history with this contemporary rendition of a timeless sacred image. Celebrating  the bicentenary of the Marist Institute’s motherhouse (1825–2025), "Champagnat, the Builder" beautifully bridges rich theological tradition with sleek, modern craftsmanship.

Printed directly onto premium brushed silver aluminum, the artwork’s vibrant colors interact dynamically with the horizontal metallic grain. The result is a luminous, glare-free masterpiece that shifts beautifully with the ambient light of your home, chapel, or office.

Deeply Symbolic Sacred Art

This icon unites the essential pillars of Marist history and spirituality into a single, contemplative gaze:

• Father Champagnat: Depicted with a halo of sainthood, the vestments of a priest, and holding the very fruits of his religious family.

• The Hermitage: Held securely in Champagnat's arms—a nod to the traditional iconographic style of patron saints protecting their foundations. It represents his lasting gift to Marists worldwide.

• The Violets: Symbolizing Mary’s core virtues of simplicity, humility, and modesty. Champagnat raises his hand in a priestly blessing, channeling grace to the world through these very virtues.

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