Ritual

c. 1940s

Agnes Gabrielle Tait

Associated Names
Agnes Gabrielle Tait

Artist, American, 1894 - 1981

The lithograph depicts a ceremonial scene in a village. The perspective is at eye level with people gathered for the event. The horizon is in the distance, marked by a range of mountains. The detailed brush or pencil strokes capture textures like clothing folds, adobe structures, and tree foliage, creating depth. The color palette is monochromatic, with varying shades of grey emphasizing the contrast between lighter foreground and darker background. A group of men, women, and children are assembled, some carrying banners or dressed in ceremonial clothing. Pueblo-style buildings and leafless trees add to the village atmosphere, and in the background, mountains create a striking backdrop. A few animals, such as dogs and horses, can also be seen in the scene.
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Inscribed: In pencil: lower left, ed/20; lower center, Ritual; lower right, Agnes Tait; verso, upper right, $125--

Wikidata ID

Q76440977

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