Plate 28: The Holy Family: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three abstract figures under a canopy. The figures are stylized humanoid forms, characterized by simple lines and geometric shapes. The central figure is smaller and has a crown-like shape above the head. The two larger figures on each side hold a hand of the central figure, creating a connected composition. The canopy and the background feature geometric designs. The figures are dressed in robes, with one holding a staff. The lines and forms lack intricate detailing, contributing to an abstract, symbolic representation.