Mission Chant

c. 1936

Ann Gene Buckley

Associated Names
Ann Gene Buckley

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an illuminated medieval manuscript page with musical notations. The image has three panels, each containing lines of ancient musical notation accompanied by stylized, ornate initial letters against a background with decorative red accents. The central panel highlights a section with red ink text stating "Introitis." Each panel is framed within a larger border, creating a triptych effect. The sheet music follows the tradition of Gregorian chant, with neumes on four-line staves, similar to liturgical texts used in ecclesiastical settings. The style resembles that of an illuminated manuscript artist.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, pen and ink, gold ink, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 26.3 x 35.6 cm (10 3/8 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Approximately 17 1/2" x 21"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6869


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535930

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