San Leonardo
SKU: 1516
A 19th century Mexican folk retablo - San Leonardo. Saint Leonard of Noblac became one of the most venerated saints of the late Middle Ages. His intercession was credited with miracles for the release of prisoners, women in labour and the diseases of cattle. He is the patron saint of political prisoners, imprisoned people, prisoners of war, women in labour, as well as horses.
Attributed to Agustin Barajas, also known as the 'skimpy painter', one of Mexico's most revered retablo painters.
Dimensions: 10 inches vertical x 7 inches horizontal.
$2,600.00