Toleware Sugar Bowl c. 1938

This Toleware Sugar Bowl, created by Philip Johnson around 1938, is a prime example of folk art. The simple, hand-painted design features stylized floral motifs in shades of green, yellow, and red against a black background. The bowl, with its rounded lid and cylindrical body, was likely created for everyday use in a home, showcasing the artistry of the maker. Toleware, a decorative painting technique on tin, was a popular form of folk art, particularly in the Southern United States.