Plate 1: From Portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania" c. 1939

"Plate 1: From Portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania" is a brightly colored folk art piece featuring a stylized flower arrangement. The artwork, created in 1939 by an anonymous artist, is characteristic of American folk art. The use of bold, primary colors, simple forms, and a flat, decorative style are reminiscent of the Pennsylvania Dutch tradition, a style that is known for its vibrant patterns and use of red, blue, and yellow. This piece, likely intended for decorative purposes, reflects the artistic traditions of rural Pennsylvania and the ingenuity of the anonymous folk artist.