San Luis Rey Side Altar from the portfolio "Decorative Art of Spanish California"

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
American 20th Century

Artist

This image depicts an abstract design with flowing lines and geometric shapes. There is a cluster resembling a flower or fruit with petal-like ovals enclosed in a scalloped form. Additionally, there are elongated curved shapes and leaf-like structures extending from a central base, alongside two other abstract elements that resemble sinuous vines or decorative flourishes seen in ornamental design. Earthy colors and symmetrical forms are prominent in the composition.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    screenprint on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 45.7 x 35.6 cm (18 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.18209

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center: SIDE ALTAR - San Luis Rey Mission . INDEX OF AMERICAN DESIGN; lower left: DECORATIVE ART OF SPAINISH CALIFORNIA; W.P.A. Art Project of Southern California

Wikidata ID

Q64535672

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