Pa. German Springele Mold

1935/1942

Charles Von Urban

Associated Names
Charles Von Urban

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts a rectangular relief with six panels, each featuring a different animal depicted in a simplistic and stylistic manner. The animals include various quadrupeds like lions, rams, and cows, each standing within their own section. The relief appears to be carved into a single stone material, possibly light-colored stone or plaster. The details and outlines are carefully etched to portray rudimentary representations of each animal. The material appears aged, giving it a weathered texture in the shadows and edges of the carvings. The piece is enclosed within a raised border that frames the panels, emphasizing the segmented display of the animals. The sculpture is relatively flat, with shallow carvings providing a sense of depth against the smooth backdrop of the panels.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black and white photograph

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 16.8 x 20.6 cm (6 5/8 x 8 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 1/8" wide; 4 3/8" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12981


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64539603

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