Santo Bambino of Aracoeli
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Santo Bambino of Aracoeli

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This gilded wooden statue of the Santo Bambino (15th c.) represents the Infant Jesus, richly adorned with votive offerings. Believed to possess miraculous healing powers, it is a major object of devotion. The surrounding frescoes and the celestial dome emphasize divine blessing, while pilgrims continue to offer prayers and petitions.