Madonna of the Basket St John Baptist Jesse Tree Metalen Ornament

This exquisite Jesse Tree ornament features Madonna of the Basket by Peter Paul Rubens, a tender Baroque masterpiece depicting the Blessed Virgin Mary with the Infant Jesus and the young St. John the Baptist. In this intimate scene, Rubens captures the first meeting of the two cousins—Christ, the Savior, and John, His forerunner—whose joyful recognition began even before birth. The gentle affection between the Holy Child and the little Baptist reflects the fulfillment of God’s promise and the dawning of redemption. Set within a luminous gold frame, the artwork radiates warmth and divine tenderness. The reverse side bears a serene blue background with the inscription: “St. John the Baptist, St. Luke 1:41–44.” A deeply meaningful addition to any Catholic Jesse Tree, this ornament invites reflection on humility, joy in God’s presence, and the prophetic mission of the one who prepared the way of the Lord.