Plate 2: From Portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania"

c. 1939

American 20th Century

Associated Names
The image shows an abstract floral design comprised of flowing, curved lines and symmetrical shapes. In the center, there is a stylized tulip-like figure with elongated petals, surrounded by leaf-shaped forms in different colors. The design features bold red, blue, and mustard yellow hues with dotted embellishments outlining the shapes. The composition is reminiscent of traditional folk art patterns found in historic crafts and pottery.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    screenprint on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46 x 35.6 cm (18 1/8 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9280


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

across bottom: FROM A SGRAFFITO PLATE / 1810 / FOLK ART OF RURAL PENNSYLVANIA PLATE No. 2 INDEX OF AMERICAN DESIGN PENNA ART PROJECT WPA

Wikidata ID

Q64535392

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