Pa. German Plate

c. 1937

Charles Garjian

Associated Names
Charles Garjian

Artist, American, c. 1900 - unknown

This is a painting of a decorated bowl with a floral motif. The artwork features a circular, shallow bowl with an intricate floral design at its center. The design includes elegant, waving lines forming stylized flowers or plants that extend towards the rim of the bowl. The color palette consists of earthy tones such as brown and muted greens. The design reflects a traditional or folk art style, emphasizing balance and symmetry in the pattern. The background is plain, directing focus to the detailed decoration within the bowl.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.9 x 22.7 cm (11 3/8 x 8 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13" in diameter; 1 3/4" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3501

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

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

Wikidata ID

Q64538571

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