Plate 38: Saint Michael: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
This painting depicts Saint Michael standing over a subdued dragon. Saint Michael is shown in a stylized and colorful manner, dressed in classical attire with a green tunic, red skirt, and gold accents. He holds a sword in his raised right hand, symbolizing victory. The dragon underneath him is depicted in grayscale. The base of the painting is inscribed with "SAN MIGUEL." The artwork is in the style of traditional folk or religious art representing the struggle between good and evil.

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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

    1943.8.18051


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535516

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