Bas Relief Plaque

c. 1940

Stanley Mazur

Associated Names
Stanley Mazur

Artist, American, 1903 - 1978

The sculpture depicts a relief scene of a crucified figure, bearing the "INRI" inscription above its head. The figure has outstretched arms and is nailed to a cross, with a cloth around the waist. The sculpture has a stone-like appearance with a textured earthy color palette of browns and grays. It is set within an ornate arched frame with decorative carvings. The relief is displayed on a flat beige surface, emphasizing it as the focal point. The portrayal of the human form is detailed and disciplined by the relief format.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 50.9 x 40.7 cm (20 1/16 x 16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 32" high; 24" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12793


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Stanley Mazur

Wikidata ID

Q64632697

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