Large Authentic 18th C. Spanish Colonial Painting of San Francisco de Paula 31.75 x 27.5 Inches with COA- Delightful Piece! Italian Saint

Large Wonderfully executed authentic 18th to 19th Century Spanish possibly Mexican Colonial painting depicting San Francisco de Paula. San Francisco de Paul is surrounded by three angels; one crowns him with a leafy wreath and holds a sprig of white lilies, while the other two gaze up at the Saint. Finally, the word Charitas (Latin for Charity) surrounded by brilliant red flames appears in the upper left corner. A beautiful religious painting, likely created in Mexico and set in an attractive frame featuring decorative carvings of leafy tendrils and golden hues to complement the composition. A touching painting of the revered saint. Comes with newer appropriate frame. San Francisco de Paula, the Italian saint who founded the Order of Minims or Hermits of Saint Francis in 1436 and preached sermons about charity and humility to his pious followers, kneeling upon a cloud in the celestial realm and pressing his hands together in prayer.Size: site (unframed) 27.5" W X 17.5" H (57.8 cm X 44.