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Santa Barbara
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About this work
In Puerto Rico smaller images of saints (santos) were usually made for private prayer, while larger figures were intended for church. A wealthy patron probably owned this early figure. As more artisans carved santos, they became increasingly accessible to families of moderate means. By the end of the nineteenth century, santos could be found in most Catholic households on the island.
Smithsonian American Art Museum’s own descriptionSubjects
Credit lineSanta Barbara. 18th century. Unidentified. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Teodoro Vidal Collection. CC0.
