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Plate - "Baltimore and Ohio Railroad"

Helmut Hiatt

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a ceramic plate. The plate features a steam locomotive and train in the center, pulling multiple carriages along a railroad track. The design includes a landscape with trees, fields, and buildings. The inner rim of the plate has detailed patterns, including sea shells and vegetation. The scene evokes a blend of industrial progress and natural beauty from the past. The image is in sepia or monochromatic tones, giving it a vintage look.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
black and white photograph
Dimensions
4120 × 3429 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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