Pa. German Plate 1937

This 1937 watercolor painting by Eugene Shellady depicts a Pennsylvania German plate, a type of folk art associated with the region's German settlers. Shellady, a prolific artist known for his depictions of Pennsylvania Dutch and other regional subjects, masterfully captures the plate's intricate design, featuring a stylized floral motif in the center surrounded by a circular border of leaves and an inscription in German script. The artwork provides a glimpse into the decorative traditions of Pennsylvania German culture and highlights Shellady's skill in capturing the beauty of everyday objects.