Plate 14: Main Altarpiece, Chimayo: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image features a series of curved and straight lines forming a symmetrical composition. At the center is a bold, abstract shape that resembles a cross, with each arm extending to fill the space within a square frame. This central cross is flanked by curved lines that suggest curtains or drapes. The abstract composition incorporates elements that could be seen as arms reaching across from opposite sides. Overall, the use of geometry and repetition creates a sense of balance and symmetry, framed within a decorative border.