Faith, Hope, Charity (Daughters of Santa Sophia)

Faith, Hope and Charity is a deeply textured, emotionally resonant painting by Irish contemporary artist Anthony Carey, known for his explorations of archetypes, memory, and the sacred feminine. Measuring 80 x 60 cm, this one-of-a-kind work is painted with acrylic and plaster on canvas, creating a layered, almost sculptural surface that invites close contemplation.

The piece reimagines the timeless virtues of Faith, Hope, and Charity not as decorative icons, but as fragmented energies — raw, tactile, and alive. The abstracted forms emerge through a process of layering and erosion, referencing Jungian archetypes, spiritual resistance, and the symbolic wisdom of Sophia, the Gnostic embodiment of divine feminine insight.

Presented in a sleek black wooden float frame with pre-installed hanging hardware, this painting arrives ready to display. It makes a powerful statement in both minimalist and expressive interiors — a work that invites pause, reflection, and presence.