Pa. German Plate

c. 1938

Carl Strehlau

Associated Names
Carl Strehlau

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a circular design with swirling lines and organic shapes forming an intricate pattern. The shapes resemble stylized tulip flowers with curved petals and surrounding flourishes that suggest leaves or tendrils. The lines are bold and rhythmic, creating a garden-like motif. The composition is similar to a decorative platter or artisan pottery where natural forms are stylized artistically.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46.4 x 34.3 cm (18 1/4 x 13 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 12" in diameter

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3495

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 672, no. 2446.

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: CARL STREHLAU

Wikidata ID

Q64538000

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