San Agustín Acolman (12a)


Source: WTL© digital photograph taken on site at the former convent of San Agustín Acolman.
Comments: Here you see a 17th century painting on display against a restored wall. The geometric design above the canvas was probably done by an Indian artist at the convent. The painting depicts Christ rising from a coffin with Roman soldiers, who, according to the bible, had been guarding the tomb; the soldiers are seen being scattered in amazement at the resurrection.
Humanities task: Describe the content and style of the canvas in the context of what the photo shows and in the context of the Acolman convent.