Study for Proposed Portfolio "Decorated Chests of Rural Pennsylvania"

1941

American 20th Century

Associated Names
American 20th Century

Artist

This image displays a composition of curved lines and symmetrical shapes arranged within an arch-like frame. The design is abstract, featuring a central tulip-like figure with floral shapes resembling stylized lilies on each side. Below these forms, an ornate, symmetrical vessel similar to a decorative vase or urn is depicted. The repeated motifs and stylized interpretation of floral elements create a decorative pattern.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    tempera on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 45.7 x 35.6 cm (18 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.18094

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 705, no. 2583.

Inscriptions

across top verso in black ink: The Decorated Chests of Rural Pennsylvania / Color Design in tempera for screen print / Design from Penna. fu-278, chest, Index drawing by Carl Strehlau / Prepared by Penna WPA Art Project 1941

Wikidata ID

Q64535566

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