Plate 45: Embroidered Bedspread (St. James): From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico" 1935 - 1942

"Plate 45: Embroidered Bedspread (St. James)" is a colorful, highly detailed embroidery from the "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico" portfolio, created between 1935 and 1942 by an anonymous artist. This piece exemplifies the intricate, decorative tradition of embroidery in New Mexico. The central oval depicts a figure on horseback with a flag, surrounded by intricate floral motifs. The text "SANTI" and "TERRA AMARILLA" suggests a connection to a specific place and a specific person or saint. The vibrant colors, fine stitching, and symbolic imagery make this a captivating example of folk art.