The Nuestra Señora del Santo Rosario y Santo Niño Hesus is a 24-inch tall ivory and wood statue believed to be over 300 years old, currently cared for by the Dairo family. The statue, brought from Spain before 1710, became a central religious symbol in Barotac Nuevo and was key in the town’s establishment as a parish. It features detailed craftsmanship, with ivory heads and hands, and includes a smaller statue of the Santo Niño with abaca hair. The image plays a vital role during religious events like Flores de Mayo and Easter, where it symbolizes hope, unity, and devotion. Despite its age and some signs of wear like yellowing and cracks, the statue remains well-preserved through careful handling and storage.
NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL SANTO ROSARIO Y SANTO NIÑO HESUS SCULPTURE OF THE DAIRO FAMILY IN BAROTAC NUEVO
Location/s:
, Iloilo
Photo Credit/s:
Jamilah Figues, 2024
Mappers:
Irene Deocos, Chera May Batisla-ong, Dome Bryle Biñas
Tags:
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