Vintage Bolivian Hand-Carved Virgin Mary Baroque Home Altar.
This devotional shrine transforms the grandeur of a church retablo into an object intended for the home. The intricately carved frame houses a hand-painted image of the Virgin Mary. The shrine reflects the artistic traditions where European Baroque architecture merged with local craftsmanship to produce deeply expressive religious objects.
This piece is a remarkable example of Bolivian religious folk craftsmanship.
Details
Origin: Bolivia Date: Early / Mid 20th century Material: Hand-carved hardwood with painted wooden panel Medium: Central image appears oil-based paint on wood Style: Andean Baroque / Spanish Colonial Revival / Folk Religious Art Dimensions: Height: Approx. 16 in. Width: Approx. 11¼ in. Depth: Approx. 3 in. Display: Designed for wall display; also displays well standing on a shelf. Condition: Very good vintage condition. No significant structural damage observed. Please review photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
