Description:

Mexico, ca 18th century. Carved wooden Santos, representing the Archangel San Miguel (Saint Michael). San Miguel stand ready to battle Satan, long sword in his right hand determined facial expression complete with glass eyes. Very detailed carving down to his cape, leggings, skirt and pantaloons, leather crown on his head, remains of silver, yellow, red and green pigments. 16-3/4" high top tip of sword, San Miguel himself measures 13-1/8" high.

Provenance: Ex-Private Dean Kelly collection.

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  • Condition: Loss to shield, tips of toes and wings, but still generally quite good with strong presence!

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July 23, 2014 8:00 AM MDT
Louisville, CO, US

Artemis Fine Arts

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