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(2) Spanish Colonial Folk Art 'Santos De Palo' Figures, 1 Domingo Rojas W/ Coa

Price realized
$704
Pre-sale estimate
$200 – $400
Hammer price
$550
Category
Fine Art
Sold
March 27, 2026
Sale
DAY 1 - MARCH 2026 | THE SPRING COLLECTION, FINE AUCTION EVENT

Lot description

(lot of 2) Folk art "santos de palo" religious saint figures, late 19th/ early 20th c., carved wood with gesso and polychrome paint, each depicted with the Christ Child, rising on platform base, including: (1) Virgin Carmen, by Domingo Rojas (Puerto Rican, 19th/ 20th c.), accompanied by a copy of a certificate of authenticity issued by Galeria Botello, San Juan, approx 10"h, 4.75"w, 3.5"d; (1) Virgin Mary, cloaked in parcel-gilt blue robe, approx 6.5"h, 3.25"w, 2.25"d; 2.25lbs total Provenance: the Stanley Family's fine Tarrytown Estate. PLEASE NOTE: Folk art pieces are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have repairs, small breaks, chips, and imperfections. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no refunds based on condition.

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.