Cruciform - Bulto

1935/1942

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

This is a painting of a crucifix. The central figure depicted is bound and nailed to a wooden cross labeled with INRI at the top. The figure is shown wearing a striped cloth around the waist. The painting utilizes bold outlines and a limited color palette. The angles and rigid lines give the image a structured composition, focusing the viewer's attention on the expression and posture of the subject. This is in the style of religious iconography, evoking traditional depictions of crucifixion scenes.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 55.5 x 37.3 cm (21 7/8 x 14 11/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 35"high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6922

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

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

Wikidata ID

Q64594718

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