Plate 47: Crosses of Tin: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
This is a painting of two ornate crosses, labeled "A" and "B," against a neutral background. Cross "A" is larger and features colorful, fluid designs with red, green, and yellow hues, incorporating swirling patterns and abstract plant-like motifs. It is surrounded by intricate, semicircular gray shapes. Cross "B" is smaller and decorated with intricate red and yellow geometric and symmetrical patterns, including diamond shapes and lines, against a similar gray semi-circular 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

    1943.8.18045


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535510

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