This is a stunning 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 baby Jesus holding hands with his parents Mary and Joseph while God peeks down from the clouds above. This piece is rendered with what were once bright colors and is made in the manner of Spanish colonial paintings. The work 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 structural damages. Minor fading. The piece has surface wear; significant paint loss; bent corners, dents and holes; significant residue; severe discoloration to paint; significant rust, all consistent with the age of the painting

Origin:
Mexico

Materials & Techniques:
Paint

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

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Fair condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. The piece has surface wear; significant paint loss; bent corners, dents and holes; significant residue; severe discoloration to paint; significant rust, all consistent with the age of the painting