Description:

Mexico, ca. 19th Century CE. A fine antique Mexican retablo depicting St. Francis of Paola. Icons like these were placed above household altars to venerate the saints (retablo literally means "behind the altar"). The retablo became wildly popular in the 19th Century due to the introduction of tin as an affordable medium. This detailed retablo depicts St. Francis of Paola, founder of the Minim friars and performer of great miracles. He is shown here wearing the simple robes of his order, with a staff in the crook of his left arm. Flames burst from his hand and heart, with corresponding flames in the upper left of the image, proclaiming the word "Charity" in Spanish. Next to Francis is a small lamb emerging from a fiery oven, a common image associated with the Saint. 6 ¾" x 10"
Provenance: ex-Kelley collection, Colorado.

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  • Condition: Areas of loss, some warping and rust. Hole for suspension at top

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