Pair of Hand-Painted Religious Icons on Skeleton Bodhi Leaves - 20th Century A unique pair of folk art religious paintings, delicately crafted using the traditional technique of painting on natural Bodhi leaves (Ficus religiosa). This set features two iconic Christian subjects: the Madonna and Child and the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The leaves have been professionally "skeletonized" to remove the chlorophyll, leaving behind a fine, lace-like network of veins. This transparent canvas provides a diaphanous quality to the artwork, which is mounted on a black background to make the colors pop. Entirely hand-painted with vibrant pigments and finished with gold-toned accents for the halos and garments. Natural skeletonized Bodhi leaf, mounted on cardstock. Greece, ca. 1970–1980. Very good vintage condition. Housed in simple wooden frames under glass. Dimensions: 25 x 18 x 1,5 cm. Strong custom made packing, registered shipping.