Description

Carved out from molave wood, the Santo Niño renders Caucasian feature characterized by prominent cheeks though the nose is defaced. His crown appears heavy occupying the same length as his face. The knee-length white tunic with floral design is vested with a flowing cape in symmetrical flow down the geometric base. Above the image rests an arch carving simulating curtains.

This item is part of the DM Guevara Collection which pays tribute to the Filipino artisans of the past two centuries. Comprising of both fine furniture collections and folk implements, the collection highlights Western and Asian influences that are exquisite and functionally Filipino. The DM Guevara Collection was put together by the family matriarch Carmen S. Guevara for the Museo ng Buhay Pilipino in 1979.

Donation

DM Guevara