Latin America, Mexico, ca. 19th century. A beautifully painted Mexican retablo depicting the Holy Trinity, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost dressed in flowing white robes. Interestingly, the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost are depicted as three identical personages in accordance with Byzantine tradition, distinguished only by the symbols on their breasts. The Father with a sun and holding a scepter at the center; the Son at his right with a lamb; the Holy Ghost at his left with a dove. Note how all 3 figures have brilliant golden triangular halos, a form that first appeared in the Renaissance, behind their heads, adding an unusual touch. Their feet rest upon a blue terrestrial orb symbolizing a globe with human figures, perhaps signifying their dominion over the universe. Size: 10" W x 14" H (25.4 cm x 35.6 cm)

Provenance: private Oglesby, Illinois, USA collection, acquired in the 1990s from various Western US auction galleries

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Miniscule chips to corners as well as some scratches and abrasions to pigment, but otherwise, intact and excellent with good remaining detail. Rich patina to surface.