Artwork preview

Bulto-Figure of Saint

E. Boyd

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a person standing upright. The individual has a neutral facial expression with styled straight hair and a crown-like adornment on their head. They are wearing a long gown with a robe-like garment draped over one shoulder. A halo-like circular design is present behind their head. The figure is holding an object resembling a key in their left hand. Surrounding the person is a decorative border featuring an arch with floral and vine motifs leading to a symmetrical design at the top. The background is a plain cream color.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3016 × 5312 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original