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The image depicts an abstract design with a central circular shape outlined in blue. The design includes intricate curved lines and leaf-like motifs in brown and cream colors. The pattern appears symmetrical, with a central arrow-shaped element suggesting a sense of direction or movement. The overall design could be interpreted as resembling an elaborate emblem, crest, shield, or ornate depiction of flora like petals or leaves surrounding a central stem.
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The image depicts an abstract design with a central circular shape outlined in blue. The design includes intricate curved lines and leaf-like motifs in brown and cream colors. The pattern appears symmetrical, with a central arrow-shaped element suggesting a sense of direction or movement. The overall design could be interpreted as resembling an elaborate emblem, crest, shield, or ornate depiction of flora like petals or leaves surrounding a central stem.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Asistencia of San Antonio de Pala Wall Design from the portfolio "Decorative Art of Spanish California"

American 20th Century

Date
1935/1942
Medium
screenprint on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 45.7 x 35.5 cm (18 x 14 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.18205
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • American

NGA object ID 76751. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.