Plate 1815 - 1825

This earthenware plate was made by Solomon Grimm in the 19th century. Notice the stylized star motif at the center, radiating energy outwards, a symbol with roots stretching back to antiquity. Consider its echoes in ancient Mesopotamian art, where the star symbolized divinity, or its later use in Renaissance emblems representing guidance and destiny. This particular star, rendered in earthy tones and simple lines, is a far cry from those celestial displays. Yet, it retains a whisper of its potent symbolism. Observe also the wavy lines, resembling flames, that frame the central star. They invoke primordial energy, the primal forces of creation and destruction that course through our collective psyche. The image pulses with latent power, a subconscious reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with celestial bodies and our place within the cosmic order. It reminds us how these symbols are not linear, they resurface, evolve, and take on new meanings in different historical contexts.