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Mision Santa Margarita

1935/1942

James Jones

Associated Names

James Jones

Artist, American, active 1932 - 1942

The image is a drawing of a structure named "Mision Santa Margarita," viewed directly from the front. The perspective is straight-on. The building's symmetrical façade is visible, with steps leading up to the main entrance flanked by two large archways. A cross tops the roof peak. The drawing features precise lines and architectural detail, with smooth shading for depth. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray, black, and white.

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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

1943.8.598

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

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

Wikidata ID

Q64580430

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