Pa. German Birth Certificate

c. 1936

Myra Newswanger

Associated Names
Myra Newswanger

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts ornamental script with decorative birds and flowers. The central portion features elaborate text in black and red script in an ornate calligraphic style. Surrounding the script are illustrations of birds and colorful flowers, creating a border around the text. Each bird is uniquely colored and positioned. The floral decorations are stylized, adding natural beauty and detail. This style is reminiscent of folk art, showcasing traditional decorative elements and craftsmanship.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, crayon, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 39.7 x 48.8 cm (15 5/8 x 19 3/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Exact

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7586

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center verso in graphite: Myra Newswanger

Wikidata ID

Q64617992

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