Description:

Latin America, Mexico, ca. 1875 to 1900 CE. A finely painted antique Mexican retablo depicting a dramatic rendering of La Mano Poderosa or Los Cinco Personas theme, the composition including the traditional five figures who represent the Holy Family: Santa Nino de Jesus, Mary, Joseph, and Mary's parents, Ann and Joaquin - floating above the tips of a detached hand. The upward pointing almighty hand with the center wound and dripping blood represents the stigmata of Christ and the Crucifixion as well as the life of Saint Francis. Additional instruments of the Passion are included in the composition such as the pillar, the scourge, the lance, the sponge attached to a rod, nails and hammer, pincers, the rooster, and the crown of thorns. A chalice catching Christ's blood with seven lambs (a holy number of Catholicism representing the seven sacraments and seven deadly sins) drinking from the chalice (a reference to the Book of Revelations) is included in the composition as well. The extrapolated meaning of this devotional image is one of protection and benediction. A wonderful and extremely symbolic example! Size: 14.25" L x 10" W (36.2 cm x 25.4 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Pachamama Gallery, Santa Fe, NM

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  • Condition: Expected surface wear and bending commensurate with age.

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