Plate - "Damn and Waterworks, Philadelphia"

c. 1936

Helmut Hiatt

Associated Names
Helmut Hiatt

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a photograph of a plate. The plate features a central scene of a river landscape with a historic steam-powered boat. The riverbanks have buildings with classical architecture, surrounded by foliage and hills under a cloudy sky. The plate's border has floral patterns with detailed depictions of flowers and leaves. The overall impression is one of classic craftsmanship, giving the plate a decorative and historical aesthetic.

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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: 9 7/8" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17940

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573633

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