Plate 14: From Portfolio "Folk Art of Rural Pennsylvania"

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a stylized bird perched on a decorative plant. The drawing features a bird and plant rendered in abstract patterns and simplified features. The bird is depicted with various shades of orange, red, and yellow, while the plant includes stylized leaves and a flower in earthy tones with geometric design influences. The style resembles traditional folk art, possibly inspired by Pennsylvania Dutch sgraffito pottery designs. The composition appears balanced and symmetrical, with design elements arranged harmoniously. The use of lines and shapes creates a sense of rhythm and movement.