San Juan Capistrano Mission Ceiling Decoration From the portfolio "Decorative Art of Spanish California"

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
Three intricate designs comprising geometric shapes and symmetrical lines are depicted in the image. The top left design features a flower-like shape with petal forms radiating outward. The top right design also adopts a floral motif with elongated, pointed petals arranged around a central circle. The central design incorporates circular and petal shapes in an overlapping pattern, evoking the image of a stylized rose window found in cathedrals. The abstract representation uses curved lines and soft colors, drawing connections to familiar floral and celestial objects.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    screenprint on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 45.7 x 35.5 cm (18 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.18211


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center: CEILING DECORATION - San Juan Capistrano Mission . INDEX OF AMERICAN DESIGN; lower left: DECORATIVE ART OF SPAINISH CALIFORNIA; W.P.A. Art Project of Southern California

Wikidata ID

Q64535674

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