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Pa. German Springerle Board

Fritz Boehmer

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a carved wooden block with six distinct designs, possibly a mold or stamp. It is made of wood with a natural brown color. The block features intricate symmetrical leaf and floral motifs carved into its surface. The carvings are in slight relief against the background, creating prominent details. The surface is smooth with finely chiseled lines defining the shapes of the motifs.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4379 × 2908 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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