Description:

Mexico, 19th c. Antique tin retablo with rendering of Mater Dolorosa or N.S. de los Dolores - Sorrowful Mother or Our Lady of Sorrows. This image is one of the most important compositions in which Mary is depicted without Christ. She is represented as the mourning mother projecting a grieving attitude, her head covered with a blue veil, her hands almost clasped, a dagger in her breast - the key, distinguishing attribute of Mater Dolorosa. The scene references Luke 2:35. In this passage, Mary is told that a sword will pierce her soul upon presenting Christ to the temple. In addition, a column with a rooster perched atop - representing the Old St. Peter's denial of Christ - is depicted in the background. The new St. Peter would be restored by Christ - one of Christ's significant acts of forgiveness - a reminder that everyone may succumb to doubt and moments of weakness, but hope remains. The artist's technique makes for a smooth rendering of the figure's flesh with an almost porcelain-like finish to her skin that symbolizes her purity. In contrast to this "softness" is the drama of her surroundings and accoutrements communicated with bold color choices and sweeping brush strokes, not to mention the scale of Mary herself as well as her positioning right up to the picture plane. 10"L x 7"W

Provenance: Ex-Ramon Kelly Collection, Denver, CO

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#95148

  • Condition: Surface wear, and some warping. Perforation at top for hanging.

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