Pa. German Plate

1938

Eugene Shellady

Associated Names
Eugene Shellady

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays a circular plate with a decorative floral design covering much of its surface. The central design includes stylized reddish-brown floral motifs, the numbers "1839," and the initials "J.H." Earthy tones such as ochre dominate the color palette, with hints of green and a dark brown outline framing the design. The background is an off-white or pale tan color.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    oil paint on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46.8 x 36.9 cm (18 7/16 x 14 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 11 1/4" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3483

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: E.H. Shellady / 1938

Wikidata ID

Q64560608

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