Pa. German Stove Plate

c. 1936

Charles Von Urban

Associated Names
Charles Von Urban

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture is a rectangular stone relief with an inscription and various carved depictions. The upper portion features a line of text carved in a gothic typeface. Below the text is a pictorial relief with elements such as two deer-like animals, circular motifs resembling celestial bodies, and another circular shape which may represent a wheel or symbol. The sculpture is made from grey stone, creating a monochrome appearance with depths varying where carvings are present. The stone appears rough and weathered, indicating age. The rectangular format provides a framed portrayal, organizing the textual and symbolic elements distinctly.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black and white photograph

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 18.8 x 21.2 cm (7 3/8 x 8 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 27" wide; 24 3/4" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12962


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64539589

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