Plate 27: Christ Crucified: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
This is a painting of a crucified figure. The image features a stylized depiction of a figure on a cross with striking use of color and pattern. The figure is marked with various red lines and circular motifs across the body. A distinctive loincloth with geometric and floral patterns covers the lower body. The cross itself is adorned with stripes of red, white, and black, with rectangular blocks at the ends of the horizontal beam. The artwork is rendered in a simplified, almost graphic style.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    screenprint on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 28 cm (14 x 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9307


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535427

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