Pa. German Toy Rooster c. 1939

This drawing, created by Frank Budash in 1939, depicts a Pennsylvania Dutch toy rooster. The rooster, carved from wood, is shown in profile with its tail feathers fanned out in a detailed, stylized design. This piece exemplifies the folk art tradition of Pennsylvania Dutch culture, where toys and other objects were often hand-crafted and decorated with vibrant colors and patterns. The simplicity of the design, combined with the artist's signature, adds a touch of authenticity to this charming representation of a traditional American folk art form.