Figure of Death "Muerto"

c. 1937

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

This is a painting of a figure seated on a wooden bench. The painting features a stylized figure with exaggerated facial features including large eyes and a wide grin. The figure wears a dark garment and appears to be holding rosary beads. Its feet are bare, and it is seated cross-legged on the bench. In the foreground, there are two curved objects that resemble bows or tools, with one having a string tied around the tip. There is a purple shadow on the left side, adding depth to the composition. The style of the painting explores themes with surreal or abstracted representations.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36 x 28.1 cm (14 3/16 x 11 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: About 1 yard long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6763


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: MAJEL G. CLAFLIN-TAOS-N.M.

Wikidata ID

Q64594667

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