Pa. German Plate

c. 1937

David Ellinger

Associated Names
David Ellinger

Artist, American, 1914 - 2003

This painting depicts a circular decorative design with floral and animal motifs. The central design includes a woman holding a flower on the left side, a fox-like creature on the right side, a stylized flower, several birds perched around the edge, and inscriptions "EXR" and "GMR." The style is reminiscent of traditional folk or naive art, with simple lines and a muted color palette of earthy tones. This style is similar to American folk art, inspired by early colonial and indigenous art forms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 51.2 x 38.3 cm (20 3/16 x 15 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3517


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64540806

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