San Miguel Archangel

NamePainting

Maker Attributed to Molleno (New Mexican, 1815 - 1845)

Place madeNEW MEXICO, United States, Southwest, North America

DimensionsOverall: 9 5/8 x 6 11/16 x 7/16 in. (24.5 x 17 x 1.1 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, bequest of Cady Wells, A9.1954.141 R

Object numberA9.1954.141 R

DescriptionAngel has bare toes turned outwards in opp. directions, buttoned or studded buskins, pale blue shirt, (cuirass?) with black spiral lines on it, red tunic and drapery. Small angular pink wings, very large, babyfaced head. Holds saucer type scales, large, spear topped with cross, pins down wormlike demon or dragon with human head and red spots on body.