19C MEXICAN COLONIAL Oil/Canvas ST MATTHEW PAINTING
Original early 19th century Mexican Colonial oil painting on canvas representing St. Matthew the apostle. He is shown with his book in one hand (as he was one of the evangelists) and an ax, representing his martyrdom, on the other. The work is in very good condition. It comes from a private collection in Garza Garcia.
Catalogue #3281 Size: 44 x 31" (112 x 79 cms) Estimate: $5,000.00 - $6,000.00 Prices in USD
Make an offer through Google Checkout. If the offer is accepted, your card will be charged for the amount you set and the order will be processed. If not, you will receive a cancellation email and your card will not be charged.
Skype Live Chat
Contact by Phone
St. Matthew (Celebrated September 21 in the West and November 16 in the East)
His name comes from the Hebrew Mattihah, which means "Gift of God". Known as Levi to Mark and Luke, Matthew worked as a tax collector for the Romans and therefore, was disliked by the people. He was called by Jesus as he himself states in his writings. He wrote the Book of Matthew which centers in the figure of Christ and the behavior one should have if he wanted to be a disciple. It is believed that he was martyred in Ethiopia, executed near an altar for opposing the marriage of the daughter of the King of Egypt.
He is usually represented in art writing the Gospel, inspired by an angel. As an apostle his attributes are a book, pen and a halberd, symbol of his martyrdom. He is patron saint of Bankers and Bank employees, accountants, tax collectors and other financial related jobs.
