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Mision Santa Clara

James Jones

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of the facade of a mission-style building. The drawing depicts the frontal view of a mission with distinct architectural details typical of Spanish missions, such as niches, urns, and arched doorways. The structure is symmetrical, with its main entrance featuring a pair of columns flanking the doorway, an arched entry, and a triangular gable adorned with decorative sculptural elements. Above the entrance, there is a circular window framed by an ornate motif. Below the illustration, a banner reads "1777 Mission Santa Clara." The drawing is rendered in a precise, monochromatic style, suggesting careful attention to geometric and architectural accuracy.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
3442 × 4332 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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