Saint Michael the Archangel
Artist
Pedro de Ávila
(Mexican, 1744 - 1786)
CultureMexican
Dateca. 1770-1780
MediumSilver over wood
Dimensions46 in. (116.8 cm)
MarkingsPlinth marked ABILA; Foot of sculpture marked ABILA
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number2021.41
Not on view
DescriptionThis is an embossed silver sculpture of St. Michael the Archangel, armored, wearing a three-feather helmet, holding his sword in one hand and his scales in the other.ProvenanceEstate of Connecticut Collector to CRN Auctions to Robert Simon Fine Art to CMA
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