EXVOTOS Artes de Mexico, Numero 53

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Published by Artes de Mexico, Mexico, 2000

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EXVOTOS Artes de Mexico, Numero 53 Fraser Giffords, Gloria, (coord.) Published by Artes de Mexico, Mexico D.F., 2000. softcover. text in Spanish and English. illustrated, 96 pages plus ads. Miracles exist, as the very rich tradition of ex-voto in Mexico confirms. When describing their different manifestations, the popularity of certain holy intercessors becomes evident. Ex-Votos. Miracles exist, as confirmed by Mexico's rich tradition of ex-votos. With this look at their different forms, we get a clear sense of the popularity of certain saints as intercessors in earthly affairs. An ex-voto is a votive offering to a saint or a divinity, given in fulfillment of a vow (hence the Latin term, short for ex voto suscepto, "from the vow made") or in gratitude or devotion. Patricia Arias, Jorge Durand, Martha Egan, Gloria Fraser Giffords, Douglas Massey, Marion Oettinger Jr. Coordinator: Gloria Fraser Giffords. Seller Inventory # BX63-26

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Title: EXVOTOS Artes de Mexico, Numero 53
Publisher: Artes de Mexico, Mexico
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 1st Edition.

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