Santos Retablos

1936

Maude Valle

Associated Names
Maude Valle

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image is a painting depicting two figures within a rectangular frame. The main figure is standing, facing somewhat forward, holding a symbolic ornamental object. Next to them, a smaller figure is depicted. The main figure has simplified facial features with a serene expression and short, dark hair, while the smaller figure has similar features. The larger figure is dressed in a blue robe with visible patterns, and the smaller figure appears in a red garment. The figures are surrounded by a backdrop filled with stylized leaf or teardrop motifs that create a decorative pattern. The painting is bordered by a beige frame.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.2 x 29.5 cm (13 7/8 x 11 5/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Top: 8 3/8"; Bottom: 8 5/8" x 10 3/4"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6845


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Reproduction in water-color by / MaudeRichmond Fiorentino-Valle. 1936.

Wikidata ID

Q64608807

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