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'Saint Michael'
With the golden feather of wisdom in one hand, Michael the Archangel holds out his right hand towards the heavens gesturing divine intervention. His name asks, "Who is like God?" and he is the patron saint of the sick as well as police, paratroopers and grocers.
'Madonna with the Child'
Alberto Torres portrays Mary as a young mother dressed in regal clothing that befits the queen of heaven. Stars on her gown suggest her celestial condition and gold leaf shines from their halos.
'Mary Guadalupe'
The Virgin of Guadalupe is queen of the heavens � she stands on the moon and her cloak holds the stars. She first appeared in Mexico in 1531 and, as proof, caused roses to bloom at the site.
'Virgin of the Milk'
Lulli Luca exalts Mary's humanity as she tenderly proffers her breast for the infant Jesus. Crowned by a radiant halo, she gazes at the child with maternal love.
'Birth of Jesus'
Gilded clothing sparkles in this exquisite portrait of the Holy Family. Working in the style of the Cuzco school, Alberto Torres recreates the colonial art found in the city's convents and monasteries. The exquisite painting shows silk brocade in 23k gold leaf.
'Virgin with the Baby'
Serenely regal, Mary nestles her cheek against little Jesus, who gazes at her lovingly and caresses her with a chubby hand. They wear crowns and silk brocade in 24k gold leaf.
'Saint James'
Sword in hand, Santiago Matamoros leads a battle charge on horseback. This saint's career was a long one.
'Archangel Gabriel, Soldier'
Wearing a broad-brimmed hat and brocade cape, Saint Gabriel the archangel holds a matchlock gun. He is dressed in the style of a Spanish grandee and represents a soldier in the army of God.
'Escape to Egypt'
The Holy Family flees to Egypt in a vivid oil on canvas by Edgar Aguirre. He paints in a style unique to the Cuzco School of Religious Portraiture featuring chiaroscuro effects and gilded accents.
'Saint Rose of Lima'
Tenderly cradling the baby Jesus, Saint Rose of Lima is crowned with flowers. Born on August 30, 1586, Isabel Flores de Oliva was the first American to be canonized, in 1671.