The Holy Face of Jesus - Shroud of Turin 1898 | 24" x 36" Canvas (Vertical) - Secondo Pia Historic Photographic Negative - Vintage Christian Art

The Holy Face of Jesus - Shroud of Turin, 1898

On May 28, 1898, Italian photographer Secondo Pia photographed the Shroud of Turin, creating the first photographs of the Shroud and one of the most remarkable images in the history of Christian photography.

When Pia developed his photographic plate, something extraordinary became visible.

The faint image on the Shroud behaved much like a photographic negative. On Pia's negative, the light and dark values were reversed, allowing the face on the cloth to appear with striking clarity and giving the world a remarkable new view of the image traditionally associated with the Holy Face of Jesus Christ.

This historic photograph preserves that view.

The aged monochromatic and sepia appearance, visible texture of the linen, marks and folds of the Shroud, photographic grain, and haunting features of the face give this image the unmistakable character of nineteenth-century photography while preserving one of Christianity's most recognizable devotional images.

Beneath the photograph is its historic handwritten Italian inscription:

“Torino. S.S. Sindone - ingrandimento Sacro Volto dal negativo originale.”

Approximately translated:

“Turin. Holy Shroud - enlargement of the Holy Face from the original negative.”

Rather than removing this inscription during preparation, Pastor Reeves Studio has preserved it as part of the historical character of the image.

And featured in my SubStack article "BIBLE CLASS: The Passion Behind the Shroud of Turin," this historic image connects with an evidence-based exploration of the world's most famous, legendary linen and why the Shroud of Turin remains so important to Christians around the world.

Perfect for prayer rooms, living spaces, or church halls, this canvas art blends a modern design with timeless spiritual beauty.

✔️ Product Details:

• Ready-to-hang matte canvas with included back hanging hardware
• Printed on durable cotton-polyester blend (9.82 oz/yd | 333 g/m) with a proprietary coating for long-lasting vibrancy
• Framed with ethically sourced Radiata pine from renewable forests
• Soft rubber dots on back corners ensure wall protection and stability
• Each canvas may vary slightly (±1/8" or 3.2 mm) due to the production process

✔️ Perfect For:

• Christian home or office decor
• Church foyers, prayer spaces, or faith-based workplaces
• Housewarming or Christian gifts
• Evening meditation and reflection spaces
• Inspirational art that honors faith

At Pastor Reeves Studio, every piece is created to uplift, inspire, and bring the light of God's presence into daily life.

"Faith made visual." ✝️

Order now and let The Holy Face of Jesus - Shroud of Turin 1898 remind you that we are never alone - we are carried, declaring His sacrifice and glory.