Bread Tray 1935 - 1942

"Bread Tray" is an anonymous work from 1935-1942. The tray is made of tin and is decorated with hand-painted floral motifs in white. This type of painted tinware is a unique example of American folk art, characterized by its simple forms and decorative designs. The tray would have been used for everyday tasks, highlighting the intersection of practicality and artistic expression in folk art.