Platter - State House, Boston

Helmut Hiatt

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a decorative platter. The center of the platter features a scene depicting a grand building with a dome, surrounded by a fence and various structures in the background. In the foreground, there's a pastoral setting with trees, a fence, and grazing animals. The border of the platter is adorned with floral and foliage patterns, scrollwork, and mythical creatures. The monochrome style of the photograph highlights the details and craftsmanship of the design.