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.
Early 20th century
José Aragón
