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May 2005 Fine Art & Antiques

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211. Trio of Santos, Holy Family, Central America

Figures of the Holy Family, Joseph, Mary and the Christ Child, in carved wood and gesso. Delicate statues bear traces of original pigments including gilt. These sorts of figures were most often used in domestic altars as objects for personal devotions. Figures are mounted (with peg and hole system) onto a rough log slice for display purposes. Tallest figure of Mary measures apprx 9-1/4"H.



400/600   Sold $586.50
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