Subasta Especial de Arte Colonial y Alta Época

Important and original San José for Quito colonial Nativity scene in polychrome wood, Quito colonial school, 18th century

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Start price: €1,200

Estimated price: €3 000 - €4 000

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Possibly a private devotional commission from the early 18th century. Polychrome and gilded wood carving, missing fingers of the right hand and left hand. Measurements: 23 x 13 x 7 cm. Related works: “Mystery of Birth, red and polychrome wood carving, 18th century, Casa de Santo Domingo museum, old temple and convent of Santo Domingo and the Colegio Mayor de Santo Tomás de Aquino, Guatemala”. Origin: private collection, Madrid.