Bulto, Santa Rita

c. 1937

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

The sculpture depicts a figure of a person standing upright, with both hands positioned in front. The subject appears to be dressed in a long, black robe or gown. A detailed focus is on the face, which includes well-defined features, with black hair cascading down either side of the head. A pink belt or sash is visibly tied around the waist. The sculpture is made from a material that allows for smooth, rounded contours and simple surface textures, hinting at a material like painted wood or a similar medium. The figure is mounted on a rectangular base that mimics the appearance of stone. Accompanying the primary figure is a smaller, similarly styled figure, positioned slightly behind and to the side. The sculpture's size and level of detail suggest a stylized representation, with more illustrative facial features.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 37.4 x 27.9 cm (14 3/4 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13"high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6778


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: MAJEL G. CLAFLIN - TAOS.

Wikidata ID

Q64594678

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