Pa. German Dish 1938

eugeneshellady

drawing

toned paper

pottery

historic architecture

traditional architecture

unrealistic statue

stoneware

golden font

watercolor

historical font

statue

"Pa. German Dish" is a 1938 artwork by Eugene Shellady, an American artist known for his watercolors and drawings. The artwork is a depiction of a traditional Pennsylvania Dutch dish, featuring a circular design with two birds perched on a stem with flowers. The inscription surrounding the central motif is in Pennsylvania Dutch, a dialect of German spoken by a group of early settlers in the region. The artwork captures the unique cultural heritage of the Pennsylvania Dutch community, showcasing their craftsmanship and artistic expression.