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Springerle for Christmas Cookies

Fritz Boehmer

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a carved wooden plaque with multiple decorative elements arranged in an orderly fashion. It is made from a brown material, likely wood, and contains a variety of intricate designs. At the top left, there is a detailed floral motif incorporating a bird and a small landscape scene. To the right, a heart-shaped element encloses an urn with surrounding vine-like details. Below these, there is a similar floral design with scrollwork and, adjacent to it, an oval medallion showcasing a tower with some landscape elements in relief. Near the bottom, there is a carved depiction of a lion standing on its hind legs, with its front paw raised. Next to the lion, a circular wreath-like design is present. The craftsmanship features careful carving and attention to detail, offering a raised, textured appearance relative to the flat background of the plaque.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3483 × 4276 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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