Andean Colonial Nicho
Spanish Colonial, Andean Region, South America
Wood, gold leaf, paint
circa 1750
HT:24 x W: 16 x D: 9 inches ( 61 x 45.75 x 20.3 cm )
Inventory # 10406
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A large and impressive 18th century Spanish colonial nicho with hand carved cornice, hand painted interior and gilt-wood doors. Exterior with remnants of original painted surface.
Scenes of the Passion - would have undoubtedly held a sculpted Crucifix in the center of Nicho - Intentional defacing of the "bad guys" ( Romans ) makes this an intereting historical item. Possibly Bolivia. Ex Southern collection.