Pa. German Treen Double Butter Stamp c. 1938

This watercolor painting by Archie Thompson depicts two "Pa. German Treen Double Butter Stamps" dating back to 1938. The intricate carvings of the stamps, with their unique heart and flower shapes, demonstrate the craftsmanship and artistry prevalent in Pennsylvania German folk art. The simplicity of the composition, with the stamps rendered against a plain background, highlights the beauty of the wooden objects themselves, demonstrating Thompson's skill as a representational artist.