DepartmentHispano

San Ignacio de Loyola (Saint Ignatius of Loyola)

NameRetablo on copper

Artist Artist Not Recorded

Datelate 18th Century

Place madeMexico, North America

MediumCopper, oil paint

Dimensions17 1/8 × 12 7/8 inches

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, anonymous gift to the MNM Collection, A4.1951.2

Object numberA4.1951.2

DescriptionRetablo, oil paint on copper sheet of St. Ignatius Loyola in a long black cloak holding a pinkish banner as cherub holds book in front of him in the air. Inscription: Ruega por nosotros S,to Padre Ygnacio (Pray for Us St. Ignatius). Corners have been smashed/crumpled, particularly the upper left corner. Old description: Figure in dark, Jesuit habit- professional painting of delicacy and strength.