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Description
Photograph of main altar in Cathedral, Mexico City, Mexico, ca.1905-1910. At center, two statues of saints (possibly Saint Peter and Saint Paul) near candelabras and decorative carvings behind the main altar can be seen. At the center of the candelabras, a small crucifix can be seen. On either side of the candelabras, a statue of a winged angel on a cloud can be seen. Four tall ornate pillars can be seen behind the altar. Smaller statues of angels can be seen near the columns. An image of the sacred heart of Christ can be seen at center between the columns. Carpeted stairs can be seen in the foreground. A man is visible at left.
Type
image
Format
2 photographs : photoprints, b&w 26 x 21 cm. photographic prints photographs
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