Our Lady of Guadalupe (Bulto)

c. 1938

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

The sculpture depicts a standing figure with hands clasped in a posture resembling prayer, adorned in a long red garment. The figure is draped with a black cloak decorated along the edges with a pattern that includes small circular elements. The facial features are distinct with large eyes, rosy cheeks, and a serene expression. Beneath the main figure, a smaller figure is positioned, with arms raised and wings. The smaller figure is colored in green and red. The entire piece rests on a rectangular base that appears to be wooden. The use of colors is vivid, with the red, green, and black contrasting sharply to enhance the visual impact of the sculpture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and heightening on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36.3 x 29.1 cm (14 5/16 x 11 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 17"tall

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6785


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: MAJEL G. CLAFLIN - TAOS

Wikidata ID

Q64594684

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