Garbed in silken brocade, the archangel Gabriel is a regal presence. He carries a cornucopia, which symbolizes the abundance of the earth, and he carries flowers to the Virgin Mary. Young and commanding, the heavenly messenger represents a pure spirit created by God. Americo Tinoco portrays him in this Cuzco School replica. Gabriel is first mentioned in the book of Daniel. He appeared to Zachariah to announce the birth of John the Baptist and later to Mary, to tell her she would be the mother of Jesus. The patron saint of communications workers, Gabriel's feast day is September 29. Titled San Gabriel in Spanish.
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