Pennsylvania German

Pennsylvania German printed Birth and Baptism Certificate / Fraktur, Taufschein Geburts for

illustrated in M. Fabian's book, The Pennsylvania German Dower Chest.

: For another chest by this maker and decorator, see Fabian, "The Pennsylvania-German Decorated Chest

, The Pennsylvania-German Decorated Chest (New York, 1978), p. 205, no. 233. The unicorn

Pennsylvania original paint. The painted decoration on this Pennsylvania-German chest relates to the work of

Jersey collector Literature: Fabian, The Pennsylvania-German Decorated Chest (1978), p. 215, fig. 249

This is a handsome and notable Pennsylvania German painted and decorated dower chest, probably from

Pennsylvania German Folk Art on a piece of rural-made, paint- decorated furniture. Condition: Very minor wear

thoughtful flow of elements make this a well-executed example of Pennsylvania German folk art.

traditional Pennsylvania German Folk Art manner with forged iron handle. This has an outstanding Folk

example of Pennsylvania German painted furniture of the early 19th century.

white-work. Show towels are the Pennsylvania German equivalent of samplers. They served to hone and

. The overall result is a very colorful and well-executed example of Pennsylvania German folk art on a

Tremendous, early Blacksmith's sign, maybe Pennsylvania German, ca 1860-1880. A great, early

The red background of this very "Dutchy" Pennsylvania German quilt gives it an intense glow. The

RARE HAND DRAWN AND PAINTED SIGNED AD83 LANCASTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA FRAKTUR. CENTER SCRIPTED

paper cutouts popular with Pennsylvania Germans. Each of the four corners has a variation of a wreath

German Pennsylvania also known as Pennsylvania Dutch dowry chest, blanket chest or coffer. Large

decorated Pennsylvania German chairs and settees, I have always had a particular fondness for the Germanic

Carved eagle by George Stapf of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, an unusually fine example with a star in

well-executed example of Pennsylvania German folk art on a piece of rural-made, paint-decorated

Pennsylvania Germans who pursued this form of artistry. Stiehly worked in the Mahantango Valley, a small

Pennsylvania German, is one of the most recognized names in rural Pennsylvania furniture. He is best known for

by a Pennsylvania German immigrant who moved to one of these states.

fabric to the board for some sort of sewing task. The board definitely has a Pennsylvania German feel

Antique 19th century German or Pennsylvania Dutch folk art Bride’s Box, crafted of bentwood and

Pennsylvania German almanac published in Lancaster, PA. The cover of that almanac declared Washington as "Des

scherenschnitte was executed in the style often attributed to Pennsylvania German minister Isaac Stiehly (1800

attributed to Pennsylvania German minister Isaac Stiehly (1800-1869). Scholars now agree that one or more

thought these were China Trade eagles. Only recently were they identified to this Pennsylvania German

, and fabrics, decorating them with colorful peasant designs, reminiscent of Pennsylvania German and

Pennsylvania German working in the region from which some of the best American folk art originated. Stapf's

, similar to an elongated "S" or an "F," and very similar to the "S" often seen in early Pennsylvania German

. The detail and patina is the very best . Was probably original from Pennsylvania with a heavy German

Antique Pennsylvania German painted pine Folk Art dowry, toy or blanket chest / trunk, decorated

Sotheby's, Pennsylvania-German Folk Art, decorative arts and furniture from the collection of

example of Pennsylvania German Folk Art on a piece of rural-made, paint- decorated furniture. Condition

"Antique early American folk art Pennsylvania German smoke painted pine blanket chest featuring

with Swedish and Pennsylvania German imagery.

Pennsylvania German folk art. Mounting: Professionally mounted on a stretcher frame, on black fabric, in a

colorful peasant designs, reminiscent of Pennsylvania German and French Provincial folk art. Hearts

Great print of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Fine steel engraving Published, circa 1840

for the Philadelphia Bulletin as well as Two Hundred Years, a study of the Pennsylvania Germans and

of Pennsylvania Dutch or German design. This is an interesting piece bearing the date of 1932 and

Pennsylvania Germans can display the strong color and great whimsy found on much of the folk art produced

Graphic Pennsylvania German cookie cutter mounted on a custom stand

of Pennsylvania German design. This example, with grain-painted ground and intricately executed

Great-looking collection of mid 19th century wrought iron box locks, Pennsylvania German or Dutch

This paint decorated donut box is an excellent example of Pennsylvania-German decorative art with

. Fabian's book, The Pennsylvania German Dower chest.

Burk Lloyd, "Faith and Family: Pennsylvania German Heritage in York County Area Fraktur," 2001, p. 72

relates closely to two examples illustrated in Monroe H. Fabian, The Pennsylvania-German Decorated Chest

. Garvan, The Philadelphia Museum of Art, The Pennsylvania German Collection (1982), p. 43, fig. 3.

Tavira, Portugal. Her intaglio prints have been exhibited in Portugal, Germany, London, Pennsylvania and

below. ref. The Bible in Iron or Pictured Stoves and Stove Plates of the Pennsylvania Germans, Page 56

is referenced in The Bible in Iron - Pictured Stoves and Stove Plates of the Pennsylvania Germans

A pine wedding chest from 1849. The illustrations are traditional with images of flowers and tulips. The chest was part of a dowry package and would have been in the clean room of th...

Small cabinet with 1 door. Hand painted with decorative floral motives. Dated: 1738. Inside has 2 shelves, a small drawer is missing.

Tyrolean painted chest H. 81 – W. 147 – P. 69 Ancient Tyrolean chest, entirely built in fir wood. The surface has been decorated with a dark brown background color, semi-covering, ...

Beautiful and unique Dutch Folk art Pigeon/birdcage in the form of a manor . This type of birdcages were made in the North of he Netherlands . They were miniature versions of the ori...

We are is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, extra large circa 1802 dated aqua blue hand painted European clothes trunk or marriage coffer chest I have recently purchased ...

Small Antique painted blancket chest Measures: H. 31cm - L. 72cm - P. 45cm Rare small chest in painted fir wood. The decorations are geometric, of an intense blue color, with ...

Pennsylvania hanging pie safe, in first surface green paint, with circular medallion and opposing fan decoration, circa 1850-1880 Pennsylvania hanging pie safe, made circa 1850-18...

This is a amazing untouched 19thc original paint decorated blanket chest is a small scale size.Wonderful as a coffee table or end of a bed for quilts & blankets.The condition is very...

This delightful baby cradle was hand-crafted by a loving family in the mid 1800's. Note each of the narrow ends with dates and monograms. The original painted finish with red/orange ...

A rare and bright blanket chest in brilliant reds contrasted with blacks. The decoration is nicely painted with urns and flowers flanked by pillars and hearts on the corners. There i...

Painted blanket chest with bracketed feet and beautiful saw tooth apron. Top with molded edge and stepped cleats. An absolute delight, this festive 18th century jewel made of pine wi...

This amazing all original paint decorated or grain painted over mustard painted base is dovetailed construction & square nails as well. The lid comes off and has a brass shaker pull....

This fine handmade original blue/green doll cradle is in fine condition. It is a dry original first coat of paint and square nail construction. Fantastic form and undisturbed surface.

Painted Schoharie County, New York blanket chest, decorated with a beautifully embellished yellow urn of flowers on a blue ground. This is traditional fashion of the region, in which...

Shades of red fading and blending into each other in a stylized grain pattern are used to beautiful effect in the background of this extraordinary painted trunk. The design on the f...

English 18th century oak children's cradle An 18th century English children's cradle, made of oak, raised on rockers (stands firmly) with marquetry with a scene of flowers and leave...