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Bulto, St. Francis

Majel G. Claflin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full-body illustration of a person standing upright. The individual is turned slightly to the side, with their head facing towards the viewer, holding a book in their right hand. They have stylized facial features with a defined jawline, prominent eyebrows, and a pointed beard. The person’s hair is short and dark, fitting closely to their head. They are dressed in a long, flowing garment that is predominantly red with black vertical stripes. A V-shaped cutout is present at the back of the dress. The person appears to be wearing a headdress that matches their dark hair. Around their neck, they wear a necklace. The background is plain and unadorned.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and heightening on paper
Dimensions
3077 × 5106 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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