Mision San Luis Rey de Francia

1935/1942

James Jones

Associated Names
James Jones

Artist, American, active 1932 - 1942

This is a drawing of a mission facade. It features a front view of a mission-style building with a curved gabled roof line and a bell tower. A circular window is above the entrance, framed by columns. Text below indicates the year "1798" and the name "mision san luis rey de francia." The style is simple and architectural details are emphasized without any surrounding scenery.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 31.7 x 24.9 cm (12 1/2 x 9 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.18248

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in plate: 1798 / Mision San Luis rey de francia

Markings

BS: WPA ART PROJECT

Wikidata ID

Q64580473

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