Mision Santa Margarita

1935/1942

James Jones

Associated Names
James Jones

Artist, American, active 1932 - 1942

This is a drawing of a mission-style church. The image depicts an architectural rendition of a mission church with features such as a set of stairs leading to a central arched doorway flanked by columns, and a cross at the top of the structure. Circular openings and a small clerestory window adorn the facade. The style is clean and minimalist, focusing on geometric shapes and forms with subtle shading to give depth. Below the drawing, the text "1797 Misión Santa Margareta" is inscribed on a scroll-like banner. The overall composition is balanced and emphasizes the symmetry of the architectural elements. The drawing is executed with precision and restraint.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.5 x 22.9 cm (12 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.523


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: RC; lower center in plate: 1797 / Mission Santa Margarita

Wikidata ID

Q64580429

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