Plate 13: Design with Cross: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image contains a vertical and horizontal line intersecting to form a cross shape at the center. Surrounding this intersection are intricately detailed forms arranged symmetrically. The composition features geometric shapes and decorative patterns, resembling a stylized altar or stage curtain. Curved lines, semicircles, grid-like formations, and floral motifs are present, creating an elegant and grand aesthetic. The design suggests a curtain framing a central focal point.