Pa. German Butter Mold

c. 1938

Albert Levone

Associated Names
Albert Levone

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a circular relief with a stylized bird and floral motifs. The relief is centered against a beige background. The bird has detailed feathers and an eye, giving it a textured appearance. Surrounding the bird are leaves and a star-shaped flower. The outer edge of the circle has a border pattern. The design is ornate. The background is plain, allowing the relief to stand out. It is in the style of decorative arts, possibly inspired by historical pottery or artifacts.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 32.2 x 25 cm (12 11/16 x 9 13/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 4 1/8" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3760

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 518, no. 1915.

Inscriptions

center right in watercolor: Albert Levone

Wikidata ID

Q64533877

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