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Mision Santa Margarita

James Jones

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a mission-style church. The image depicts an architectural rendition of a mission church with features such as a set of stairs leading to a central arched doorway flanked by columns, and a cross at the top of the structure. Circular openings and a small clerestory window adorn the facade. The style is clean and minimalist, focusing on geometric shapes and forms with subtle shading to give depth. Below the drawing, the text "1797 Misión Santa Margareta" is inscribed on a scroll-like banner. The overall composition is balanced and emphasizes the symmetry of the architectural elements. The drawing is executed with precision and restraint.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
3324 × 4456 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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