Plate

c. 1938

John Koehl

Associated Names
John Koehl

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a circular plate featuring a detailed building with ornate architectural features. The drawing presents the image of a grand building with multiple levels, a series of arched windows, and a prominent central spire rising from the roofline. The building is depicted in a monochrome blue tone. Surrounding the scene of the building is a decorative border with text. The words encircle the building, providing a sense of importance and focus on the central architectural structure. The intricate border adds to the elegance and historical feel of the artwork.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43.3 x 34 cm (17 1/16 x 13 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 9" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12670


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: JOHN KOEHL

Wikidata ID

Q64582816

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