Señor de las Tribulaciones, Religious sculpture in Iglesia de San Francisco de Asís, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
The Señor de las Tribulaciones is a bust made with glued fabrics technique displayed in the Iglesia de San Francisco de Asís, depicting Jesus Christ in an Ecce Homo representation. The artwork sits within this religious space where worshippers visit to pray and pay respect.
The bust was donated by José Carta to the Franciscan Convent of San Pedro de Alcántara in 1802 after being housed in the Hospital de Dolores. This arrival marked the start of its long presence in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
The sculpture depicts Jesus Christ in a form that draws special attention during Holy Week and connects deeply with local religious traditions. People in the city associate this figure with important spiritual moments that happen each year.
The church is open to visitors throughout the year, with the sculpture being especially visible during religious services and ceremonies held regularly. Visitors should check worship times to find the best moment for a visit.
During the cholera outbreak of 1893, a procession carrying this sculpture through Santa Cruz streets was believed to have halted the disease. This event reveals the deep connection between this artwork and the city's past.
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