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Pa. German Stove Plate

Charles Von Urban

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a rectangular stone relief with an inscription and various carved depictions. The upper portion features a line of text carved in a gothic typeface. Below the text is a pictorial relief with elements such as two deer-like animals, circular motifs resembling celestial bodies, and another circular shape which may represent a wheel or symbol. The sculpture is made from grey stone, creating a monochrome appearance with depths varying where carvings are present. The stone appears rough and weathered, indicating age. The rectangular format provides a framed portrayal, organizing the textual and symbolic elements distinctly.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
black and white photograph
Dimensions
4401 × 3421 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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