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Plate 42: Painted Chest Design: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names

American 20th Century

Artist

The image shows abstract shapes and lines forming a band of color and design. At the top, there are figures representing a person on a stylized horse and two figures in ornate clothing engaged in a dance. The background is filled with swirling floral patterns, plant-like shapes, and circular floral designs.

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Artwork overview

Medium

screenprint on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

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

1943.8.18048

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535513

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