"Mexican Painting. Ex-voto. 1907. "
Ex-votos are small, devotional scenes full of charming details, telling of dangers and miracles in a world steeped in religion where God, saints, and holy women live alongside humankind. This ex-voto, painted on iron, is signed and dated 1907. It has never been cleaned and has a hole for hanging. It is in good overall condition. 25 x 25.5 cm.
The inscription reads: Mrs. Toribia was breastfeeding her baby when the boiling pot nearly fell on her. She gives immense thanks to San Pascualito for protecting her and miraculously preventing her from being burned.
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