Bride Box

1935/1942

Elmer R. Kottcamp

Associated Names
Elmer R. Kottcamp

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an oval-shaped depiction containing two figures and floral motifs, surrounded by a horizontal decorative panel. The painting features an oval frame on the upper section of the canvas, with intricate depictions of floral designs surrounding two stylized anthropomorphic figures. Below this oval is a narrow, rectangular strip, presenting more floral motifs in a linear arrangement. This painting embraces a naive, folk art aesthetic characterized by its simplified forms and vibrant, earthy color palette.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43.1 x 32.5 cm (16 15/16 x 12 13/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13 5/8" wide; 21 5/8" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16653

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: -Elmer R. Kottcamp-

Wikidata ID

Q64559211

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