Butter Mold

c. 1938

Robert Pohle

Associated Names
Robert Pohle

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows two hexagonal sculptures with intricate carvings. The sculpture on the left features a depiction of a plant with two prominent flowers and large leaves, arranged in a symmetrical pattern. The sculpture on the right depicts another plant design, which includes a cluster of three spherical elements alongside elongated leaves. Both sculptures appear to be carved from a material that has a brownish, earthy tone. The carvings are finely detailed. The sculptures are presented against a plain, light background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 21.5 x 35.5 cm (8 7/16 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8988


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: R. POHLE / CA-95

Wikidata ID

Q64629034

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