Wall Hanging of Santa Barbara
c. 1936
Step into the world of 1930s design with this striking study for a wall hanging featuring Saint Barbara. The artist, E. Boyd, reimagines the classic martyr with bold, sweeping lines and a folk-art charm that feels both ancient and modern. You'll spot her traditional symbols—the tower where her father famously locked her away to protect her beauty, and the chalice of her faith—rendered here with a playful, almost storybook quality. The addition of blooming flowers at her feet softens the grim legend, turning a tale of imprisonment into a serene, decorative composition.
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