Santo Ecce Homo de Popayán, Religious wooden sculpture in Popayán, Colombia.
The Santo Ecce Homo is a full-size polychrome wood sculpture depicting Jesus Christ with three golden crowns on his head and a reed in his right hand.
The original sculpture arrived in Popayán in 1680, where craftsman Don Juan Antonio de Velasco completed the unfinished work before its transfer to the cathedral in 1717.
Two annual processions honor the statue, with women traditionally carrying candles during the first procession and men during the second procession back to the sanctuary.
The original sculpture remains in the Sanctuary of Belén while a replica created by José Lamiel in the 1960s participates in religious processions throughout the year.
The throne supporting the sculpture features intricate silver engravings and precious stones, representing centuries of Colombian religious craftsmanship.
Location: Popayán
Made from material: wood
GPS coordinates: 2.43915,-76.59947
Latest update: May 11, 2025 05:55
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