Plate - "The Capitol, Washington"

c. 1936

Helmut Hiatt

Associated Names
Helmut Hiatt

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a photograph of a decorative plate. The central image on the plate depicts an architectural landscape with a large building with a dome, another adjacent building, trees, a pastoral scene with animals, and figures engaging in rural activities. The border of the plate is adorned with raised details resembling leaves, flowers, and marine creatures. The plate's design incorporates a combination of relief and painted artwork.

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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: 6 1/2" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17938

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573631

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