Panels from Tin Frames and Nichos
c. 1936
Step into the colorful world of 1930s New Mexican folk art with these vibrant design sketches by E. Boyd. Created around 1936, these labeled panels map out patterns for tin frames and *nichos*—those charming little shadow boxes often used for religious devotion in the Southwest. You can see bold, wavy blue lines that look like flowing water, earthy striped textures, and striking floral medallions in deep reds and greens. Boyd was a champion of Hispanic craft traditions, and these playful blueprints show exactly how geometric precision met organic beauty to create everyday treasures.
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