Plate 2: Jemez Book of Baptisms: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
This is a drawing of an ornamental design with text. The image shows an ornate cross in the center surrounded by decorative floral patterns and symbols. At the top, there is an inscription in Spanish, "LIBRO DE BAPTISMOS DE LA MISION DE DEGO DEL CONDE..." It appears to be a document cover or frontispiece, possibly from a book of baptisms, featuring intricate detailing, including stylized candelabras on either side of the cross, outlined in a dark ink against a light background.

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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

    1943.8.9330


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535456

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