From a Palm Beach estate: a stunning vintage group of the Three Wise Men from a Nativity, in painted papier-mache and plaster, attributed to Peruvian artist Hilario Mendivil. Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar each ride a different animal and carry a unique gift for the baby Jesus. We understand a similar trio is in the Weltmuseum in Vienna.
About the maker: Hilario Mendivil Velasco (1927-1977) of Cusco is one of Peru's most important native artists, known for his paintings and sculptures of religious figures and saints.
Artist: Attributed to Hilario Mendivil, Cusco, Peru
Era: We believe late 1960s to early 1970s
Material: Painted papier-mache and plaster
Pieces: 3
Size: Each about 12 in (30.5 cm) tall
Condition: Good+ for their age and very displayable; some damage and tiny chips on the edges, which may or may not be repairable (see all photos)
Shipping: Flat $35 anywhere in the US, carefully packed
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