This is a painting featuring decorative artwork with a central text enclosed in a heart shape surrounded by floral and bird motifs. The painting is in the style of traditional folk art, common in Fraktur designs. The composition consists of a heart-shaped central region with handwritten script, bordered by symmetrical arrangements of colorful flowers and birds. The flowers are depicted with oranges, yellows, and greens, while the birds have hues of brown and green. The artistry combines delicate detailing with vibrant hues, creating a harmonious design that exemplifies the craftsmanship of the 19th century. The artwork is dated 1836, which is included within the design beneath the central text, and it is further enhanced by intricate patterns in a classic folk art manner.
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This is a painting featuring decorative artwork with a central text enclosed in a heart shape surrounded by floral and bird motifs. The painting is in the style of traditional folk art, common in Fraktur designs. The composition consists of a heart-shaped central region with handwritten script, bordered by symmetrical arrangements of colorful flowers and birds. The flowers are depicted with oranges, yellows, and greens, while the birds have hues of brown and green. The artistry combines delicate detailing with vibrant hues, creating a harmonious design that exemplifies the craftsmanship of the 19th century. The artwork is dated 1836, which is included within the design beneath the central text, and it is further enhanced by intricate patterns in a classic folk art manner.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Birth Certificate

Emma M. Krumrine

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
sheet: 30.6 × 33.9 cm (12 1/16 × 13 3/8 in.) Original IAD Object: 6 1/2"high; 3 1/4"wide
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.3367
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W

Subjects and terms

  • York
  • American
  • Flower
  • Bird
  • Heart
  • Pennsylvania German
  • fraktur
Inscription

lower right in graphite: EMMA KRUMRINE

NGA object ID 15572. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.