The first structure of the Old Basilica was constructed from 1695 to 1709 near the hill of Tepeyac. It is a sacred site where the Virgin Mary is believed to have appeared to Saint Juan Diego.

Owe Zerge's work has been offered at auction multiple times, with realized prices ranging from 73 USD to 43,786 USD, depending on the size and medium of the artwork. Since 2017 the record price for ...