Pa. German Love Chest

Ella Josephine Sterling

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a decorative floral panel featuring stylized flowers and geometric shapes. The artwork consists of two sections with ornate arch-like tops that contain vibrant, stylized floral arrangements and decorative elements. Each section is bordered by vertical column-like designs with repeated patterns. The left section features large flowers resembling tulips under a pointed arch, with green stems and leaves branching symmetrically. Initials 'LB' and 'HF' and a black heart with a keyhole are visible. The right section has a similar arrangement under a rounded arch, with a floral motif and a multicolored star at the center. Tulip-like flowers enclosed in leafy vines are present. The panels are outlined in soft yellows, reds, and greens, conveying a sense of folk-art style with symmetry and color harmony.