Plate 34: Our Lady of Light: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a figure standing in a frontal position with hands joined in front of the chest in a gesture of prayer. The figure has simple facial features with closed eyes and a serene expression. The hair is dark and pulled back. The clothing consists of an elaborate, colorful robe. A large, decorative halo surrounds the figure. The figure stands on a cylindrical base and is flanked by green leaves or fronds. The background is a plain, light color.