Flat Dish - Virginia State Arms

c. 1936

Helmut Hiatt

Associated Names
Helmut Hiatt

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an oval dish with a central illustration of a standing figure holding a spear beside a reclining figure, set against a backdrop of hills and clouds, framed by a pattern that includes the word "VIRGINIA" at the bottom. The outer rim of the dish is decorated with floral motifs in relief. The color palette is composed of muted shades of brown and gray, giving the dish an antique appearance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black and white photograph

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 20.3 x 25.4 cm (8 x 10 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 11 1/2" long; 10 1/2" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17889

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573577

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