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Stove Plate

Charles Von Urban

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a decorative cast iron fireback panel featuring a central heart motif surrounded by vines or foliage, with the date "1763" displayed. On the left, above the heart, there is a stylized depiction of a cross or similar emblem. The panel also includes a sunburst design at the top, within a semicircular arch, flanked by columns. Below these elements, across the panel, is a horizontal band with the text "COLEBROOKDALE FNR VRAGE" inscribed on it. The sculpture is made of a dark-colored material consistent with cast iron, giving it a weathered and rustic appearance typical for historical firebacks.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
black and white photograph
Dimensions
3470 × 4114 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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