Plate 11: From the Portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania"

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a symmetrical composition with bold, flowing lines creating abstract shapes and patterns. In the center is a red flower-like motif with scalloped edges, resembling a stylized organic form with circular details. On either side are star-shaped figures, each surrounding an oval form filled with zigzag and wavy lines. Below, curved lines form petal-like shapes and two yellow leaf-like forms extend outward. The design connects to elements of nature in a decorative, folk art style.