Retablo (Sacred Heart)

c. 1939

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

This is a painting featuring a heart with a cross on top. Surrounding the heart is a frame with drapery-like elements in green and red colors. The heart is vibrant and central, emitting red hues and featuring black and white floral or starburst patterns at the top. Below the heart is a representation of a vase or container from which red flames or spikes appear to emerge. The artwork has a slightly distressed look and is set against a light, neutral background resembling parchment or toned paper.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36.8 x 28.5 cm (14 1/2 x 11 1/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: as shown

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6830

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

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

Wikidata ID

Q64594705

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