Mission San Xavier Interior Photograph by Bob Hislop

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Mission San Xavier Interior

by Bob Hislop

Canvas Print

$65

Framed Print

$83

Art Print

$23

Poster

$23

Metal Print

$71

Acrylic Print

$79

Wood Print

$51

Throw Pillow

$30

Fleece Blanket

$48

Duvet Cover

$95

Shower Curtain

$68

Bath Towel

$35

Jigsaw Puzzle

$40

Tote Bag

$24

Weekender Tote Bag

$43

Zip Pouch

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Portable Battery Charger

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Yoga Mat

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Greeting Card

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Spiral Notebook

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iPhone Case

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Beach Towel

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Round Beach Towel

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Weekender Tote Bag

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Coffee Mug

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Men's Clothing

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Women's Clothing

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Youth Clothing

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Toddler Clothing

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Baby Clothing

$26

Title

Mission San Xavier Interior

Artist

Bob Hislop

Medium

Photograph - Photography

Description

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This is the interior of the Mission San Xavier, 10 miles south of Tucson, Arizona. The mission was started in 1692 and is still active today. The mission is open to the public except during church services.

No records of the architect, builders, craftsmen and artisans responsible for creating and decorating it are known. Most of the labor was provided by the local Indians, and many believe they provided most or all of the artisans as well. Visitors entering the massive, carved mesquite-wood doors of San Xavier are often struck by the coolness of the interior, and the dazzling colors of the paintings, carvings, frescoes and statues. The interior is richly decorated with ornaments showing a mixture of New Spain and Native American artistic motifs.
The floor plan of the church resembles the classic Latin cross. The main aisle is separated from the sanctuary by the transept or cross aisle, with chapels at either end. The dome above the transept is 52 feet (16 m) high supported by arches and squinches. At least three different artists painted the artwork inside the church. It is considered by many to be the finest example of Spanish mission architecture in the United States.

Extensive restoration efforts in the late 20th century have restored the interior to its historic splendor. Concrete stuccoing added in the 1980s is being removed as this material was found to trap water inside the church which damaged the interior decoration. This modern stucco is being replaced with the traditional mud plaster, including pulp from the prickly pear cactus, that "breathes" better to allow excess water to escape but requires more regular inspection and higher maintenance costs. Following extensive and ongoing restoration of the interior decorations, the mission church interior now largely appears in its original state, with brilliant colors and complex design.

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