Plate 48: Buckskin Design: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate decorative pattern. The artwork features a symmetrical design with floral and leaf motifs in soft pastel colors. On the left, a narrow vertical band showcases interlocking geometric and floral forms, while the central panel exhibits more elaborate and swirling decorative elements. The words "Buckskin Moc Binding" are inscribed below. The style emphasizes organic shapes and flowing forms.