Christ Child leaning

Unknown from Quito, follower of Manuel Chili, Caspicara1780/1860

Museo de Artes Universidad de los Andes
Santiago de Chile, Chile

The figure of Child Jesus in the Quito school of sculpture displays a varied repertoire of attitudes: He can be seen asleep or awake, on His back with open arms, with an attribute in His hand or blessing.

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Title: Christ Child leaning
Creator: Unknown from Quito, follower of Manuel Chili, Caspicara
Creator Lifespan: 1750/1870
Date: 1780/1860
Physical Dimensions: w9 x h12 x d30 cm (Complete)
Provenance: Donation
Type: Religious sculpture, ECO002c
Rights: Museo de Artes Universidad de los Andes
External Link: Universidad de los Andes
Medium: Wood, polychromy, glass
Technique: Carved wood, polychromy, flesh painting
Exhibition: Santiago de Chile

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