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"Santiago in Nicho, " Mexican Folk Art, Carved & Painted Retablo from circa 1900

c. 1900

$4,900
£3,707.19
€4,278.67
CA$6,843.94
A$7,609.15
CHF 3,982.93
MX$93,323.71
NOK 50,712.79
SEK 47,878.88
DKK 31,928.82
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About the Item

"Santiago in Nicho" is a carved and painted wooden retablo by an unknown Mexican folk artist. This piece features a man on a white horse inside a niche. The doors, which feature flower vases, can close to hide the figure. 23" x 26" x 14" art
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1900
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23 in (58.42 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Milwaukee, WI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2126d1stDibs: LU60533777251

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