The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of October 7, 2026

A circular white ceramic plate, its surface textured with fine, netted cracks, features a centered scene in black and gray ink. At the center, a stylized gray elephant stands facing left, flanked by two tall black palm trees. Atop the elephant, a small figure sits on a patterned blanket. Overhead, two black birds fly; below, wavy lines and small fish swim. The composition is framed by a wide, flat rim against a stark background.

Son of India Plate

1934

Viktor Schreckengost

(American, 1906–2008)
America, Ohio, Cleveland
ceramic
Diameter: 38.8 cm (15 1/4 in.)
Gift of The Cleveland Art Association 1934.89
Location: Not on view
  • Viktor Schreckengost Entry Card to 1934 May Show. Cleveland Museum of Art May Show Records, Cleveland Museum of Art Archives. archive.org
  • Animals in Art: Clay Creatures by Viktor Schreckengost. The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Cleveland, OH (April 29-August 13, 2006).
    Cleveland Metroparks Zoo (4/29/2006 - 8/13/2006): "Animals in Art: Highlights from Viktor Schreckengost" no catalogue
    The May Show: 16th Annual Exhibition of Works by Cleveland Artists and Craftsmen. The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH (organizer) (April 25-June 3, 1934).
  • {{cite web|title=Son of India Plate|url=false|author=Viktor Schreckengost|year=1934|access-date=07 October 2026|publisher=Cleveland Museum of Art}}

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