Saint: Santo Niño de Praga/Holy Child of Prague

José Manuel Benavides, New Mexico, 1830-1855 Gesso, and water-soluble paint on wood 11” x 4” History Collection NMHM, 2007.32.20

The Christ Child is usually depicted holding a globe, symbol of the world-ruler. His cult originated with Franciscan visionaries for whom he was the embodiment of innocence.