Platter - "Georgia Arms"

Helmut Hiatt

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a decorative ceramic platter. The oval-shaped platter features an intricate design with a central scenic illustration and a border adorned with floral motifs. In the center, there is a depiction of an ancient-looking structure with a domed roof supported by columns, set against a backdrop of mountains and a turbulent sea. This scene is surrounded by a pattern of scrolling vines and flowers in relief, creating a detailed and ornate border. The platter's composition suggests it may have been used both as a functional and decorative item.