Plate - "Landing of the Pilgrims"

c. 1936

Helmut Hiatt

Associated Names
Helmut Hiatt

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a photograph of a decorative plate with historical imagery and intricate designs. The plate depicts a central scene featuring a coastline with ships and figures that appear to be part of an early American historical narrative. Surrounding this central image is an ornate border with floral and scroll patterns, along with American symbols such as eagles. The top of the plate has a banner saying "AMERICA INDEPENDENT 1776," while the bottom mentions "WASHINGTON BORN 1732 DIED 1799." The overall artwork on the plate is highly detailed with a monochrome color scheme, capturing symbolic and historical elements relevant to the founding of the United States.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black and white photograph

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 20.3 x 25.4 cm (8 x 10 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 8 7/16" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17781

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573544

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