Birth Certificate

c. 1939

Emma M. Krumrine

Associated Names
Emma M. Krumrine

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting featuring decorative artwork with a central text enclosed in a heart shape surrounded by floral and bird motifs. The painting is in the style of traditional folk art, common in Fraktur designs. The composition consists of a heart-shaped central region with handwritten script, bordered by symmetrical arrangements of colorful flowers and birds. The flowers are depicted with oranges, yellows, and greens, while the birds have hues of brown and green. The artistry combines delicate detailing with vibrant hues, creating a harmonious design that exemplifies the craftsmanship of the 19th century. The artwork is dated 1836, which is included within the design beneath the central text, and it is further enhanced by intricate patterns in a classic folk art manner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 30.6 × 33.9 cm (12 1/16 × 13 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6 1/2"high; 3 1/4"wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3367


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 716, no. 2618.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: EMMA KRUMRINE

Wikidata ID

Q64559498

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