Bread Tray

c. 1937

Elmer G. Anderson

Associated Names
Elmer G. Anderson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an oval-shaped wooden cradle with a floral pattern inside along the rim. The main body is in dark tones, and the interior pattern features vibrant colors like greens, reds, blues, and whites. The cradle is positioned diagonally, with the left side higher and showcasing the floral design along the upper edge. The background is plain, with the signature "Emma S. Anderson" next to the cradle.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.1 x 43.9 cm (13 13/16 x 17 5/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 12" long; 8 1/2" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15317

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center right in watercolor: -ELMER-G-ANDERSON-

Wikidata ID

Q64559146

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