Pa. German Plate

c. 1940

Aaron Fastovsky

Associated Names
Aaron Fastovsky

Artist, American, born Russia, 1899 - 1979

This is a painting of a roundel design featuring a heraldic motif. The central focus is a circular emblem with designs and text, topped by a floral pattern. Below it, a laurel wreath encircles a bird holding a branch. The text "Liberty Pole" is inscribed above the bird, with initials "F.G." and "B." on either side. Surrounding the emblem's edge are phrases evoking themes of freedom or independence. Beneath the circular design is a solid brown semi-circle. The style reflects early American motifs and themes, with detailed line work and a color palette typical of the late 18th or early 19th century.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46.1 x 38.3 cm (18 1/8 x 15 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3470


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Aaron Fastovsky

Wikidata ID

Q64533148

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