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Title |
Woodrow Wilson and the Treaty of Versailles Mosaic Commemorative Plaque, 1932 |
Artist |
Jan Warunkiewicz |
Description |
This intricately designed composition commemorates Woodrow Wilson's role in Poland's independence following World War I, mainly through the Treaty of Versailles in 1919. The mosaic-like artwork features a central figure of Wilson, standing with an outstretched arm in a commanding pose. Behind him is a map of Poland, highlighting key cities such as Warsaw, Krakow, Lviv, and Poznan, regions that were restored or redefined during the postwar period. The word "VERSAILLES" is displayed across the map, emphasizing the treaty that helped reestablish an independent Polish state. On the lower left is an American flag that waves near lush greenery. Across from it is a Polish flag, Wilson standing in the middle - a white eagle- a national emblem of Poland- soars above. The composition bears an inscription crediting the artist, Jan J.D. Warunkiewicz. The orange and yellow text reads, "His own works devotes. Poland Warsaw Willowa str.1/3 Wlasna prace sklada Jan J. D. Warunkiewicz- Polska Warszawa Willowa 1/3". The piece is painted to resemble a mosaic, with gold detailing painted to resemble crevices. The plaque is adhered to a shiny, gold, faux leather glued around a piece of cardboard. |
Date |
1932 |
Collection |
Art Collection |
Catalog Number |
2025.013.002 |