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Cup Plate - "Castle Garden"

Helmut Hiatt

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a round ceramic plate with a historical maritime scene. The image on the plate depicts several sailing ships with tall masts on the water, alongside a large fortress-like building or fort on the right side. Clouds are visible in the sky. The details of the ships show rigging and flags, indicating a historical or old-world setting. The fort has a series of battlements and windows, perched near the water's edge. Below the main scene, there are some smaller elements including engraved decorations. This item captures a historical naval theme.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
black and white photograph
Dimensions
3077 × 3380 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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