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19th C. Central American Plaster Jesus w/ Glass Eyes

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19th C. Central American Plaster Jesus w/ Glass Eyes

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Description

New World, Spanish Colonial, Central America, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A painted plaster santo figure depicting a rather playful Christ Child, with a sensitively-carved face and brown glass eyes. The artist has wonderfully delineated and painted details, wavy hair, and expressive facial features. In addition he is presented in traditional pose with his right hand making a gesture of benediction / blessing. Custom stand. Size: 15.5" H (39.4 cm); 17.75" H (45.1 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Pearson collection, Denver, Colorado, USA

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Condition

Glass eyes intact. Perforation to buttocks, presumably for former attachment. Remains of wooden dowel in left shoulder. Possible areas of repainting.

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19th C. Central American Plaster Jesus w/ Glass Eyes

Name: 19th C. Central American Plaster Jesus w/ Glass Eyes
SKU: 57693523
Price: 275 USD
Availability: InStock

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