This is a painting of a circular decorative plate with intricate designs. The plate features a central design of a bird, surrounded by an array of leaves and abstract vegetal forms. The background of the plate is lightly colored. The border of the plate contains an inscription. The color palette is muted with earthy tones. The details display fine lines and shades, enhancing the illusion of depth. This is in the style of folk or traditional artisans, focusing on handcrafted motifs and ornamental charm.

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Pa. German Plate

William L. Antrim (American, 1865 - 1941)

c. 1937

Medium: oil paint on paperboard
Classification: Index of American Design
Dimensions: overall: 45.6 x 41.8 cm (17 15/16 x 16 7/16 in.)
Culture: American
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CG-W
Credit line: Index of American Design
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Teens profiles and older: its museum says too little about what it shows to place it for younger viewers. How works are placed

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