Stove Plate

1935/1942

Charles Von Urban

Associated Names
Charles Von Urban

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture is a decorative cast iron fireback panel featuring a central heart motif surrounded by vines or foliage, with the date "1763" displayed. On the left, above the heart, there is a stylized depiction of a cross or similar emblem. The panel also includes a sunburst design at the top, within a semicircular arch, flanked by columns. Below these elements, across the panel, is a horizontal band with the text "COLEBROOKDALE FNR VRAGE" inscribed on it. The sculpture is made of a dark-colored material consistent with cast iron, giving it a weathered and rustic appearance typical for historical firebacks.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black and white photograph

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    Overall: 30.7 x 25.8 cm (12 1/16 x 10 3/16 in.)
    overall: 46 x 36.9 cm (18 1/8 x 14 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17017


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64539609

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