Saint Francis

NamePainting

Artist Ellen Santistevan (American)

CultureHispanic American

Place madeNorth America

MediumWood, paint

DimensionsOverall: 4 1/16 x 2 3/16 in. (10.25 x 5.5 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, IFAF Collection, gift of Eric Zafran, FA.2010.97.152

Object numberFA.2010.97.152

DescriptionPainted picture of St. Francis petting a dog on its back with paws raised. In background two trees, five petals in red and yellow. Back reads: "This retablo is on painted wood cut from an old floor board from the sanctuary of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Peralta NM. The boards were salvaged after a recent renovation. They are being used to make retablos and nichos. Ellen Santistevan"