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Treasury Relief Art Project (TRAP)



Title: Joy in the Earth
By: Helen Wilson
When created: 1942
Agency: Section of Fine Arts, Treasury Dept.
Medium: Terrocotta relief
Size: 2' 9.5" x 9' 1"

This relief's title has a specific meaning for the people in Lowville. The title Joy in the Earth for Lowville folk is the way most of them make a living. They live off the land whether it be through farming, fishing, or hunting. It basically summarizes the lives of Lowville.

The relief is made of terracotta which is hard baked clay usually used in making ceramic pots.

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