Pa. German Butter Mold

c. 1939

Franklyn Syres

Associated Names
Franklyn Syres

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts a circular, intricately carved object resembling a medallion or seal. It features a central motif of a woven basket and surrounding leaf or feather-like patterns. The color palette consists of varying shades of brown, set against a pale beige or off-white background. Positioned centrally within the frame, the carved object is the focal point, with the name "FRANKLIN SYRES" printed in small red letters slightly below and to the right of the object.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.1 x 20.3 cm (9 1/2 x 8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3792

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: FRANKLIN SYRES

Wikidata ID

Q64570444

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