An Antique Spanish Colonial Procession Santo Sculpture
-
Description
A wonderful antique santo carved in wood with articulated arms and a slatted base from Spanish colonial Latin America, likely Mexico. Wonderful patina with detailed facial feature and glass eyes. This kind of santos are also known as the "cage dolls" and they were made to be dressed in attires and used in religious processions.
-
More Information
In the Style of: The Holy Bible / Biblical Origin: United States Period: 19th Century Materials: Wood and Glass Condition: Excellent. Creation Date: 19th century Styles / Movements: Religious, Traditional, Colonial Incollect Reference #: 255344 -
Dimensions
H. 30.75 in; Diam. 11 in; H. 78.11 cm; Diam. 27.94 cm;
Message from Seller:
Our collection ranges from Neolithic Art to 20th century collectible art and design. It spans 5000 thousand years of history and crosses many civilizations and cultures. Our aesthetic strongholds are Mid-century studio design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian Textile Art and Contemporary Aboriginal Art. The diversity is united behind our singular vision to seek for timeless beauty and driven purely by our passion
Sold