Bride Box 1935 - 1942

Elmer Kottcamp made this Bride Box, we don't know when, but the way he’s put it together feels pretty timeless. The colors are muted, not too loud, like old memories or well-worn stories, and the paint looks like it's been applied with a light touch. Looking at it, I get a sense of how important the surface is, how the texture almost tells a story itself. You can see the grain of the wood coming through, adding depth and character. Notice the flowers that sprout from the bottom of the box. They're not quite symmetrical, which gives the piece a charming, folksy vibe, reminding me of the work of Bill Traylor. Ultimately, this box isn't about perfection; it's about the love and care that went into making it. And when it comes to art, isn't that what truly matters?