The practice of creating Santos began in Spain. Religious images were commonly decorated in ornate religious clothing. Today Santos remain a living tradition of religious iconography and folk art in Mexico, Philippines, Vietnam and other countries.

Virgin Mary or Our Lady of Lourdes. A flat-back that can be hung on wall or placed on table and carved from acacia wood. Our Lady of Lourdes is the Roman Catholic designation of the Virgin Mary after St. Bernadette Soubirous saw a vision of the Virgin Mary in a cave near Lourdes, France. The area around the cave remains a pilgrimage site to this day.

This santo has wonderful original paint, with filagree detail on the robes & base. The condition is as found (missing finger), the original patina is quite good, and the face is very pleasing & restful.

• Wood - Paint/gesso

• Vietnam

• Dimensions:

  • 18”H x 8.5”W x 6”D

• In store pick up only - or inquire for a shipping quote.