19th c. Mexican Retablo "El Nino de Atocha" c.1800s Arm Chairs red eye display

red eye display

a worker in the world's oldest profession during the 1849 California Gold Rush

Serial #E734772

which can be deduced from the patch on his uniform

19th c. Mexican Retablo "El Nino de Atocha" c.1800s Arm Chairs red eye displayABOUT An original 19th century Mexican folk retablo. Oil on tin. "El Nino de Atocha" is the patron saint for freeing prisoners and performing miracles for travelers and those in danger. It is one of the most popular subjects in Mexican retablo art. This popular image originated in Spain after the Moors invaded the town of Atocha. According to legend, there was a prison filled with Christians who lacked basic necessities including food and water. Only