Spain School Or South America 17° The Child Jesus Carrying The Cross And The Basket Of Sharing"
Spanish or South American School 17th century "The child Jesus carrying the cross and the basket of sharing, in the background perhaps the city of Seville" Probably a metaphor for Spanish colonisation and Christianisation of America. To highlight the letter A on the basket formed by nails which refers to the Alpha: the beginning, the totality, the divine sovereignty and the role of Christ as origin and finality.Christian tradition, especially in the Middle Ages, saw in the Child Jesus a model of silent charity and humility, close to the poor and the simple. Unsigned copper, Dim circa 20 x 15 cm.
1 200 €
Period: 17th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: En l'etat
Material: Copper
Width: 15
Height: 20
Reference (ID): 1600042
Availability: In stock
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