Mission San Francisco de Asis, or Mission Dolores, in San Francisco.Culture and Values in Latin America and the Caribbean: Assignment 4b- Mision San Francisco de Asis altar
The reredos was made in San Blas, Mexico and sent to the mission in 1796 by ship. It arrived in pieces and was extremely impressive when assembled. There are also two side altars, like little reredos, which were sent from Mexico in 1810. I would like to know why they were sent from Mexico instead of being made in California. Was the skill so much better in Mexico that it was worth it?
Its amazing how many people have blogged about San Blas' history. Here are some of the best I have found.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Culture and Values in Latin America and the Caribbean: Assignment 4b- Mision San Francisco de Asis altar
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