Santos in Oaxaca's Ancient Churches
A study of santos in 16th-century and other churches in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Claire and Richard Stracke. Funded by a grant from the Rockefeller Foundation.
Santos in Oaxaca's Ancient ChurchesA study of santos in 16th-century and other churches in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Claire and Richard Stracke. Funded by a grant from the Rockefeller Foundation. |
Franciscan Saint |
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Franciscan Saint (Curly-headed tonsure, brown habit, halo).
Wood, gesso, paint; glass eyes; 4'. Gold stars have been painted onto the habit. The hands are of fine work. The face is young and bland. The statue has been greatly damaged by rain. Location: Middle left of the first of the four retablos along the north wall of the nave. |