Early Mexican Copper Retablo, Possibly Saint Benedict of Nursia, 17th – 18th Century

Mexico

17th to 18th century | Copper, Oil Paint | Item 2356

It’s rare to find an early copper based retablo like this one. The quality of painting, the richness of the colors and the details are all indicative of these early reliquous works.

Saint Benedict of Nursia was a 6th-century Italian monk and the founder of Western monasticism . His comprehensive guide for monastic living, the “Rule of Saint Benedict,” became the standard for religious communities throughout Europe. He is the patron saint of Europe.