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Santa Barbara Mission Doorway Design from the portfolio "Decorative Art of Spanish California"

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image features abstract shapes and lines forming a design. There is a cross at the top, characterized by sharp angles and decorative elements. Below the cross, there are two looped shapes resembling butterfly wings, leading into a circular motif at the bottom with radial patterns spiraling outwards. The composition is symmetrical and uses colors like ochre, brown, and teal. The background is textured beige.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
screenprint on paperboard
Dimensions
3435 × 4445 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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