Foldaway shopping bag featuring the artwork Saint Bride by Scottish artist John Duncan, from the National Galleries of Scotland collection. Image printed on both sides of the bag. The image is printed on both sides of the canvas which is 100% cotton with recyclable faux leather straps and details.
This compact and eco-friendly shopping bag, folds away for easy storage in your handbag and opens easily to provide ample space for all your shopping. The bag fastens with a frontal button clip, and it is fitted with a full-length zip to ensure all your goods are kept safe inside.
Represented in this artwork is the legend of the Irish Saint Bride, who miraculously was transported by two angels to Bethlehem to attend the nativity of Christ. Here two angels carry the white robed saint across the sea. The seascape reflects Duncan's fascination with the Outer Hebrides and the Isle of Iona. Scenes from the life of Christ decorate the angel's robes and may include the artist's self-portrait as the tiny clown (a holy fool) accompanying the procession of the magi on the leading angel's gown.
John Duncan (1866-1945), born in Dundee is one of the leading representatives of the Celtic Revival in Scottish art and exponent of the Symbolist movement in Europe. Inspired by Italian Renaissance, his works are including a good range of mediums, from murals, and paintings to stained glass and book illustrations.
