Plate 41: Santa Barbara: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an abstract composition with flowing, curvilinear lines. In the center, the lines form a figure resembling a seated person holding a chalice with a cross and a structure resembling a tower with a flag. The figure's garment suggests movement like draped fabric. In the top left corner, there are shapes resembling a stylized lion or eagle, while the bottom and lower left show flower-like forms. Various elements such as a church spire, chalice, and heraldic symbol contribute to the visually complex depiction.