Pa. German Plate

c. 1937

William L. Antrim

Associated Names
William L. Antrim
Artist, American, 1865 - 1941
This is a painting of a circular decorative plate with intricate designs. The plate features a central design of a bird, surrounded by an array of leaves and abstract vegetal forms. The background of the plate is lightly colored. The border of the plate contains an inscription. The color palette is muted with earthy tones. The details display fine lines and shades, enhancing the illusion of depth. This is in the style of folk or traditional artisans, focusing on handcrafted motifs and ornamental charm.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    oil paint on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 45.6 x 41.8 cm (17 15/16 x 16 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13004

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 672, no. 2448.

Inscriptions

lowerright in oil color: W.L. Antrim

Wikidata ID

Q64638349

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