19th Century Mexican Folk Art Retablo on Metal of St. Joseph and Baby Jesus

Description

Featured is a Mexican Folk Art retablo dating to the late 19th century. This retablo features oil paint on a sheet of tin and depicts a portrait of St. Joseph holding baby Jesus. This piece is rendered with what were once bright colors and is made in the manner of Spanish Colonial paintings. The retablo is presented unframed. Hand-Crafted Tin, Hand- Painted Paint. circa 1880s

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Fair condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Surface wear; significant paint loss; bent corners; indentations; holes; significant residue; severe discoloration to paint; significant rust, all consistent with the age of the piece.

Origin:
Mexico

Materials & Techniques:
Paint

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Mexico

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Fair condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Surface wear; significant paint loss; bent corners; indentations; holes; significant residue; severe discoloration to paint; significant rust, all consistent with the age of the piece.

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Dimensions

13.75 x 10 x 0.13 in

19th Century Mexican Folk Art Retablo on Metal of St. Joseph and Baby Jesus

Lot 0108

Estimate $1,200-$2,240

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