The Walters has in its collection a major sculpture of St. Michael the Archangel, carved completely in ivory. Made over 400 years ago in the Philippines and transported along an international trade route bound for the Americas, figures like St. Michael were products for a global market in support of Spanish interests. Follow Julie’s journey to Mexico City to see examples of other saints in ivory and hear their origin story and journey.
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In Search of the Ivory Saints of Mexico City
Wednesday,
March
17
12:30-1:30pm
12:30-1:30pm
- The Walters Art Museum
- 600 North Charles Street
- Baltimore, MD 21201
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