Santos in Oaxaca's Ancient ChurchesA study of santos in 16th-century and other churches in Oaxaca, Mexico
By Claire and Richard Stracke Funded by a grant from the Rockefeller Foundation In the church of Santa
Elena de la Cruz, Xoxocotlán Angels |
St. Helena |
Saint Helena: The cross is floor length, taller than the figure, carved and gilded. The short tunic is shaped like a breastplate. The hem of the tunic has a crenelated cut, also suggestive of armor. The long skirt of the polychrome robe has a flower pattern; the sleeves are long and tight.
Local Name: Santa Elena de la Cruz. Basis for Identification: Holding a large cross with the right hand. Other characteristics: A tunic over
the robe. Site: Church of Santa Elena de la Cruz, Xoxocotlán. Location: Center niche in the retablo of the main altar. Media and construction: Polychrome, fabric veil and mantle. Hair: wig. Size: Less than 5 feet (<150 cm.) Comparable santos in Oaxaca: We
found none. External Links: Previous santo Introduction to Xoxocotlán The photo shown here is licensed under the
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