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19th Century Nino With Metal Halo
$2,730
£2,064.53
€2,364.80
CA$3,825.39
A$4,176.03
CHF 2,198.73
MX$50,024.04
NOK 28,121
SEK 25,674.94
DKK 17,665.64
About the Item
This expressive 19th-century Guatemalan Niño sculpture exemplifies the deeply devotional folk tradition of colonial and post-colonial Central America. Carved in wood and retaining its original polychrome surface, the figure presents the Christ Child in a gentle contrapposto stance, with softly modeled limbs and a tender, contemplative expression.
The finely painted face is animated by inset glass eyes, lending a striking sense of presence and intimacy characteristic of Guatemalan religious imagery. The figure is adorned with a radiating metal crown and mounted on a contemporary metal baseAll fingers and toes are intact, a notable point of preservation for a sculpture of this age and type.
The surface shows expected age-related wear, paint loss, and patina consistent with 19th-century origin and devotional handling, enhancing its authenticity and devotional character rather than detracting from its sculptural integrity.
A compelling example of Guatemalan polychrome religious sculpture, this Niño reflects the blending of European iconography with local craftsmanship and spiritual practice, making it a powerful object for collectors of Latin American folk art, religious sculpture, or devotional artifacts.
- Dimensions:Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Style:Spanish Colonial (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th c
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: #53-37 (used to be #53-27)1stDibs: LU797847197642
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