Baroque School Artist, Figurative Composition, 18th Century, Oil Painting on Canvas

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Important 18th-century Mexican Colonial oil painting executed on canvas, belonging to the rich tradition of the Novohispanic Baroque School. The … Read more Important 18th-century Mexican Colonial oil painting executed on canvas, belonging to the rich tradition of the Novohispanic Baroque School. The composition depicts Saint Dominic on the left and Saint Francis of Assisi on the right, both jointly supporting a large terrestrial globe, a symbolic representation of the evangelization and spiritual guardianship of the world. Above the saints appears a celestial vision featuring Jesus Christ on the Cross, accompanied by God the Father and the Virgin Mary emerging among luminous clouds. The composition reflects the dramatic spirituality, symbolism, and theatricality characteristic of 18th-century Mexican Baroque religious painting. Executed with strong devotional intensity and rich iconographic detail, the work displays the refined aesthetic language of the Novohispanic tradition, influenced by both Spanish Baroque models and local artistic interpretation. The painting possesses remarkable decorative presence and historical importance, making it an exceptional example of colonial Latin American sacred art. Origin: Mexico Period: 18th Century School: Novohispanic Baroque School Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: Height: 95 cm Width: 80 cm Condition: Good antique condition with wear, craquelure, and restorations consistent with age. The painting retains a beautiful period character and aged patina. See less