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Pa. German plate

Aaron Fastovsky

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a decorative plate with floral motifs. The image features a circular plate with intricate designs and a base displayed below. The plate has a central floral pattern that includes a large, stylized flower with three blooms extending from a central stem. The flower in the center is more intricate with a lattice pattern, while the two on either side are simpler with curved petals. The background of the plate is a blend of earthy greens and browns with small abstract shapes resembling leaves and swirls. The base of the plate is depicted in a simple brown shade without detailed design.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3270 × 3683 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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