Toleware Bread Tray c. 1940

This Toleware Bread Tray, created by Mildred Ford circa 1940, showcases a common folk art tradition. The piece is painted on tin, a technique called tole painting, and features intricate floral motifs and stylized birds, characteristic of the style. This vibrant artwork, with its red base and intricate details, would have been a functional and decorative addition to a household in the early 20th century.