Toleware Tray 1935 - 1942

This Toleware tray, created by Mildred Ford between 1935 and 1942, is an example of decorative folk art. The tray features a black background with a colorful floral border of stylized leaves, flowers, and fruit. Toleware, a decorative art form, involves painting designs onto metal surfaces, primarily tin, using various techniques. This tray, with its simple yet charming design, reflects the folk art tradition of using readily available materials to create beautiful and functional objects.