Pa. German plate

c. 1941

Aaron Fastovsky

Associated Names
Aaron Fastovsky

Artist, American, born Russia, 1899 - 1979

This is a drawing of a decorative plate with floral motifs. The image features a circular plate with intricate designs and a base displayed below. The plate has a central floral pattern that includes a large, stylized flower with three blooms extending from a central stem. The flower in the center is more intricate with a lattice pattern, while the two on either side are simpler with curved petals. The background of the plate is a blend of earthy greens and browns with small abstract shapes resembling leaves and swirls. The base of the plate is depicted in a simple brown shade without detailed design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 37.5 x 34 cm (14 3/4 x 13 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 10" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3505


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Aaron Fastovsky

Wikidata ID

Q64533149

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