Latin American Santos Group of the Holy Family

Late 19th century, possibly Mexican or Central American, carved wood with polychrome, three carved sculptures of Mary, young Christ and Joseph, all mounted on a later metal base.

10 5/8 x 11 1/2 x 3 1/2 in.

From the Collection of the late Keith Stanley, Professor Emeritus of Classical Studies at Duke University, North Carolina

Loss to Mary's left foot and Christ's right foot; Mary and Joseph's forearms missing, some areas of loss to paint with associated later paint; surface staining.