Philippine Santo, Jesus

The practice of creating Santos began in Spain. Religious images were commonly decorated in ornate religious clothing. Today Santos remain a living tradition of religious iconography and folk art in Mexico, Philippines, Vietnam and other countries.

This remarkable santo of Jesus stands over five feet tall, and it’s detailed with glass eyes. This carving was made in the third generation Santo workshop of Nellie Enrique in Manila. The scale and carving of this santo are truly remarkable, the gesture and detail make it quite life like.

Several years ago Nellie retired and closed the workshop, we feel very fortunate to have some of her work on hand!

• Wood - Glass eyes - Paint/gesso

• Philippines

• Dimensions: 61”H x 16”W x 13”D

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