Drawing for Plate 3: From Portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania" c. 1939

This drawing, created around 1939 by an anonymous artist, is a vibrant example of Pennsylvania Dutch folk art. The three stylized deer, rendered in bright colors against a simple background, are characterized by their simplified forms and bold outlines. The whimsical, almost childlike depiction of the animals, with their exaggerated features and decorative details, captures the spirit of Pennsylvania Dutch decorative art. This drawing is a part of the portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania". It is a valuable document of the artistic traditions and aesthetic sensibilities of the Pennsylvania Dutch community.