San Francisco de Paula (Saint Francis of Paola)
Artist/Maker
Artist Unknown
(Artist Unknown)
Date19th century
Mediumoil on tin
DimensionsOverall: 14 1/8 x 10 in. (35.9 x 25.4 cm)
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph D. Shein
Terms
Object number2010.35.25
DescriptionSaint Francis of Paola is the patron saint of naval officers, navigators, maritime pilots, and others associated with the sea. He is invoked for protection against flames, leprosy, blindness, childlessness, and shipwreck. San Francisco is associated with charity and the word "Caritas" or "Caridad" is usually shown with his image.On View
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17th century