Retablo-Our Lady of Sorrows "Nuestra Senora de los Siete Dolores

c. 1938

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

The image shows a person depicted in an artistic style within a rectangular frame. The person is shown standing upright with a slight tilt of the head, appearing serene. The facial features are stylized with large, almond-shaped eyes, a gentle smile, and a halo around the head. The person's hair is covered by a black headscarf falling around the shoulders. The figure wears a long, flowing robe with vertical red and black stripes, and an outer cloak matching the headscarf. The hands hold a small staff or rod topped with a plant-like ornament. The background is a simple textured surface framed by a border of dots and colorful patterns. The scene is bordered by a textured frame with shades of teal and accents of red.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36.8 x 29 cm (14 1/2 x 11 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Approximately 18"high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6946


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

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

Wikidata ID

Q64594723

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