Spanish Colonial, 19th century CE. A captivating painting of The Virgen del Carmen (Nuestra Senora del Carmen - Our Lady of Mt. Carmel) who holds the Christ Child while the pair float upon billowing cloud of the celestial realm. The Virgin wears a Carmelite habit, and both hold scapulars which resemble the shield of the Carmelite Order (N.S. de Carmen being the patroness of that order). Our Lady of Mount Carmel is one of the Virgin Mary's identities in Spain. She is believed to protect the living on earth as well as the souls in purgatory. Consistent with her role as protector and mother, this painting presents the Virgen del Carmen with a kind expression on her face as she gazes downward, indicating that she is looking after her devotees. A very special painting, replete with impressive artistry and poignant religious meaning. Size of sight view: 31.9" L x 23.4" W (81 cm x 59.4 cm) Size of frame: 39.6" L x 31" W (100.6 cm x 78.7 cm)

Provenance: ex-private Bishop Family Trust collection, the Trust of the late Bill Bishop, a noted antiquarian with shops in Scottsdale, Arizona and Allenspark, Colorado, USA, acquired before 2010

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#173007

Expected age wear with normal darkening, stains, scuffs, and losses as shown. Areas of restoration with some inpainting and touch up. Canvas was relined in the past - this is evident at the peripheries. Impressions from stretchers are visible. Verso of canvas has darkened with age. Frame post-dates the painting but it tastefully complements the painting. Chips and scuffs to the frame as shown. Wired for suspension and ready to display.