Old Mesilla

Painting

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Tom Lea Institute

Old Mesilla, decorative mural panel, 1934. Oil painting, 4 12 x 10 feet. New Mexico State University Branson Library First Floor Las Cruces, New Mexico: The mural illustrates scenes of historical and cultural significance, featuring people farming, trading, and engaging in battle.
Old Mesilla, decorative mural panel, 1934. Oil painting, 4 12 x 10 feet. New Mexico State University Branson Library First Floor Las Cruces, New Mexico

The mural illustrates scenes of historical and cultural significance, featuring people farming, trading, and engaging in battle.

Name/Title

Old Mesilla

Description

The mural illustrates scenes of historical and cultural significance, featuring people farming, trading, and engaging in battle.

Type of Painting

Easel

Artwork Details

Medium

Oil, Oil on Canvas

Subject

Scenes of people

Subject Place

Region

Southwest

Continent

North America

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Tom Lea

Role

Painter

Date made

1934

Time Period

20th Century

Place

City

El Paso, Texas

Continent

North America

Location

Location

Collection

Collection of New Mexico State University

Date

February 5, 2026

Relationships

Related Entries

Entry

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