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 ornate document page featuring hand-drawn text and decorative motifs including a central cross flanked by two hanging censers. The drawing represents a historical or religious record with an emphasis on stylized text and ornamental symbols. The top portion of the page is filled with text in a decorative script, while below lies a band of geometric and floral motifs. The central figure is a cross adorned with decorative elements and there are depictions of hanging censers on either side. Surrounding these are floral and star-like designs filling the background. The entire page is surrounded by a simple border.

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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

    1943.8.18081


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535552

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