"Santos Retablos"

1936

Maude Valle

Associated Names
Maude Valle

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows three full-body human figures with angelic wings, standing closely together in a row. The figures have stylized facial features characterized by almond-shaped eyes and simple expressions. Their dark hair is stylized, with two of them wearing ornate crowns. They are dressed in identical vibrant and elaborate clothing. The figure on the left is holding a staff in one hand and a small fish in the other. The central figure is depicted with a raised sword and is standing on a fantastical creature resembling a leopard. The figure on the right is holding a goblet, and its other hand rests on its chest. The background presents a warm-toned texture resembling an aged surface, likely imitating a mural or tapestry. There are no discernible features besides the figures within the background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38.3 x 50.6 cm (15 1/16 x 19 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 12 1/2"19 5/8"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6957


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Reproduction by Maude Richmond Fiorentino-Valle. / 1936

Wikidata ID

Q64608824

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