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Plate 1: From Portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania"

c. 1939

American 20th Century

Associated Names

American 20th Century

Artist

The image shows an arrangement of abstract, symmetrical shapes in bold colors. Curved, petal-like structures at the top form a stylized floral design. Stemming from the central form are elongated, leaf-like elements and bulbous forms reminiscent of unopened flower buds or tulips. The motif is grounded in a base resembling a scalloped crown or sun rays rising above the horizon, suggesting a royal crest or emblem.

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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

1943.8.18218

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

across bottom: FROM A BOX / 1777 / FOLK ART OF RURAL PENNSYLVANIA PLATE No. 1 INDEX OF AMERICAN DESIGN PENNA ART PROJECT WPA

Wikidata ID

Q64535684

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