Religious Embroidery

c. 1940

Stanley Mazur

Associated Names
Stanley Mazur

Artist, American, 1903 - 1978

This is a painting of a winged figure holding a sword and scales, set against a rich purple background. The figure is dressed in a classical style outfit with a red tunic and a green skirt, complete with a golden halo, feathered wings, and flowing hair. It holds a sword in one hand, pointed downwards, while the other hand carries a pair of scales. The figure's elongated limbs and serene expression add an air of calm introspection to the piece. The style is reminiscent of religiously themed artworks from the medieval era.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 44 x 33.9 cm (17 5/16 x 13 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 9" long; 5 1/2" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.45

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Stanley Mazur

Wikidata ID

Q64632667

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