Authentic Mexican Retablo (oil on tin painting) from the 19th century featuring San Jose St. Joseph and Niño Jesus (Christ child). This is a statement piece with vibrant colors and excellent quality. San Jose is the Virgin Mary’s earthly husband and patron saint of a variety of things. Pope Pius IX proclaimed. Of the Universal Church in 1870. Having died in the “arms of Jesus and Mary” according to Catholic tradition, he is considered the model of the pious believer who receives grace at the moment of death, in other words, the. Of a happy death. Has been professionally stored in private collection and expert authenticated. Have several other pieces listed, so check out my other listings. Please ask any questions, and thank you for looking! History: Retablos are a type of folk art that features traditional religious beliefs from the Mexican culture. Devotional retablos of holy images were painted on sheets of tin and displayed in family altars. Antique pieces are not flawless, which is precisely what makes them unique and gives each piece its own charm. Please review detailed images and information above. Tags: 1900s, painted tin, antique panting, Spanish colonial, Mexico, arte, Mexican folk art, vintage, Cristo, Jesus Christ, Latin American art, santo, saint, devotional, religious art, original, genuine. The item “Authentic Mexican Retablo Painting 19th C Antique San Jose St Joseph Niño Jesus” is in sale since Sunday, November 10, 2019. This item is in the category “Art\Paintings”. The seller is “love030207″ and is located in Austin, Texas. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
- Region of Origin: Latin America
- Style: Spanish School
- Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
- Painting Surface: Tin
- Quantity Type: Single-Piece Work
- Medium: Oil
- Date of Creation: 1800-1899
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Year: 19th Century
- Width (Inches): 10
- Color: Red
- Subject: Religious & Inspirational
- Originality: Original
- Height (Inches): 14