Antique Retablo #1
Found in San Miguel - I just love these vintage pieces of art on tin. In the event you don’t know what a Retablo is here is a definition for you:
Measurements: approx 8” x 10”
The original meaning of the word “Retablo” refers to sculptures or paintings that were placed behind altars of Catholic churches. Retablos are important to Mexican folk religion because they are physical representations of holy images such as the Christ, the Virgin Mother, or one of many other saints. Creating retablos is a way of showing appreciation to the gods for helping heal a sick family member or bringing rain to help crops grow. They come from the need most humans have, to interact on a personal level, with the divine.
Found in San Miguel - I just love these vintage pieces of art on tin. In the event you don’t know what a Retablo is here is a definition for you:
Measurements: approx 8” x 10”
The original meaning of the word “Retablo” refers to sculptures or paintings that were placed behind altars of Catholic churches. Retablos are important to Mexican folk religion because they are physical representations of holy images such as the Christ, the Virgin Mother, or one of many other saints. Creating retablos is a way of showing appreciation to the gods for helping heal a sick family member or bringing rain to help crops grow. They come from the need most humans have, to interact on a personal level, with the divine.
Found in San Miguel - I just love these vintage pieces of art on tin. In the event you don’t know what a Retablo is here is a definition for you:
Measurements: approx 8” x 10”
The original meaning of the word “Retablo” refers to sculptures or paintings that were placed behind altars of Catholic churches. Retablos are important to Mexican folk religion because they are physical representations of holy images such as the Christ, the Virgin Mother, or one of many other saints. Creating retablos is a way of showing appreciation to the gods for helping heal a sick family member or bringing rain to help crops grow. They come from the need most humans have, to interact on a personal level, with the divine.