Mision San Fernando Rey de Espana

1953/1942

James Jones

Associated Names
James Jones

Artist, American, active 1932 - 1942

The image shows a frontal view of a building named "Mision San Fernando Rey de Espana" with the date "1797" below it. The building's facade includes a cross at the top, a rectangular window, and an arched doorway. The perspective is straight on, focusing solely on the structure. The drawing features fine and consistent brushstrokes, emphasizing details like the brickwork and cracks in the wall, as well as the roof tiles. The color scheme is monochromatic, with various shades of gray. The lines are precise, highlighting the architectural elements like the roof tiles and arched columns.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.5 x 22.9 cm (12 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.18244


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in plate: 1797 / Mission San Fernando Rey de Espagna; lower right in graphite: RC

Wikidata ID

Q64580469

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