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When Mary ascends to Heaven she is crowned by Jesus and God. Her halo features 12 stars in this painting by Fernando Sayan Polo. He is inspired by the religious art of Cuzco to create this admirable replica with oils and bronze leaf applications. In this bright composition, Mary stands on a crescent moon escorted by a cherub. Wrapped in a cloak of stars, she is also welcomed by the Holy Spirit.

Titled "Coronación de la Virgen" in Spanish.

By Fernando Sayan Polo, this elegant oil on canvas depicts the Holy Family with Mary's cousin Elisabeth and her son, who grew up to became Saint John the Baptist. The Peruvian artist take his inspiration from the 1508 High Renaissance masterpiece by Raphael Sanzio da Urbino. The original painting is known as the "Canigiani Holy Family," named for the family of Florence that purchased it from Raphael. It is now housed in the Alte Pinakothek in Munich.

Sayan Polo brings his own vision to the composition, changing the background and dressing the trio in rich silk brocades. The cherubs, known as putti, are no longer present. Instead, he crowns Joseph with a glittering halo in this reverent work of art.

Titled "Sagrada Familia con la señora Elisabeth" in Spanish.

Gowned in glittering splendor, Our Lady of the Rosary is the patron saint of the town of Pomata in Puna. Roses surround her head like a halo. Bowing her head toward her baby, she cradles the infant Jesus close to her heart as the child reaches out a tiny hand to grasp her rosary.

Titled "Virgen del Rosario de Pomata" in Spanish.

By Fernando Sayan Polo, this splendid portrait of the Holy Virgin reveals the influence of Peru's pre-Hispanic art that melds with European styling. His color palette is one favored by the ancient Inca, and the patterns on Mary's gown recall colonial art created by ancient artists. Yet Our Lady's lovely face and halo suggest Spanish paintings. This exquisite portrait is adorned with bronze leaf.

The artist works in the style of Renaissance masterpieces found in the convents and churches of Cuzco. The painting is a copy of a classic portrait, a theme he often repeats. Sayan gives it his own artistic interpretation.

Titled "Virgen Divina" in Spanish.