Plate 33: The Holy Trinity: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico 1934 - 1942

This print, titled Plate 33: The Holy Trinity, comes from a portfolio called Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico, made by an anonymous artist. The image depicts three identical figures representing the Holy Trinity, adorned with green hats featuring crosses, set against a backdrop of red drapery. Below them, three angels hover above a cloud-like base. The use of the word 'colonial' in the portfolio title hints at the complex intersection of indigenous and European influences. The portrayal of the Holy Trinity here reflects a blend of religious syncretism where indigenous beliefs and artistic styles were incorporated into Christian iconography. The anonymous artist has created a work that speaks to cultural exchange and adaptation during the colonial period. The identities, beliefs, and histories of both the colonizers and the colonized are subtly intertwined, making this a compelling visual document of a complex historical moment.