Pa. German Plate

c. 1937

Charles Garjian

Associated Names
Charles Garjian

Artist, American, c. 1900 - unknown

This is a drawing of a decorative circular pattern with stylized floral motifs. The design features a symmetrical pattern at the center, consisting of a vertical stem with two large leaves and bell-shaped flowers. Surrounding the main elements are smaller leaves and tightly whorled flower buds. The composition is enclosed within a circular border with wave-like decorations. The colors used are earthy tones, including brown, muted green, and light tan. Beneath the circular pattern, there are two linear shapes that resemble the profile of a plate, suggesting the design is intended for pottery or ceramics.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.2 x 22.6 cm (11 1/2 x 8 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13" in diameter; 1 3/4" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3499


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 677, no. 2474.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: C. Garjian

Wikidata ID

Q64538570

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