Large Painted Wooden Saint-Virgin Mary

c. 1937

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

The sculpture depicts a standing human figure with an elaborate headpiece and an expressive gesture. The subject appears to be a female wearing a long, flowing gown with a full skirt, accentuated by vivid colors. The figure is sculpted from wood, with visible grain and finish. Her arms are positioned with one hand raised and the other partially extended forward, both hands featuring delicate, elongated fingers. The head is turned slightly to one side, and the face exhibits finely carved features, including almond-shaped eyes and arched eyebrows. The sculpture is mounted on a small wooden base. The overall craftsmanship of the piece appears intricate and stylized, with attention to detail in the attire and facial features.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36.8 x 28.6 cm (14 1/2 x 11 1/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Approximately 25"tall

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6791


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

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

Wikidata ID

Q64594688

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