Retablo, San Jose

NameCarving in box (retablo)

Maker Angel Ochoa

DateMid-20th C (1950 - 1970)

Place madeCuzco, Peru, South America

MediumStone, wood, leather, metal, glue

DimensionsOverall: 5 1/2 x 4 5/16 x 2 3/8 in. (14 x 11 x 6 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, IFAF Collection, Fa.2008.60.4

Object numberFA.2008.60.4

DescriptionThe two doors of this wooden box are hinged with leather strings which divide a single exterior floral image. On the interior side of each door are 4 floral images. The box itself has carved pillars whch arch overhead. Two carved lambs stand in front of an image of St. Joseph holding baby Jesus in one hand and a floral bundle in the other. St. Joseph wears a red cape.