In this project you are going to learn about
Mexican Retablos and superstition. Retablos are made all over South America in
the Latin countries, especially Mexico. Retablos,
referred to as "laminas" in Mexico, are small oil paintings on tin,
zinc, wood or copper which venerate a multiplicity of Catholic saints. The
literal translation for "retablo" is "behind the altar."
This genre of folk art, deeply rooted in Spanish history, represents the heart
and soul of traditional religious beliefs in 17th, 18th, and 19th century
Mexican culture. Colorful, spiritual, symbolic, allegorical, historical and
charming are just a few of the words that best describe this very special art
form.
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