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Strehlau Carl Collection

Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of Carl Strehlau, a master creator of Pa. German carved art and ceramics from the 1930s to 1940s

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Carved Bird, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Carved Bird, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Carved Bird, c. 1940

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Chest, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Chest, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Chest, c. 1939

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Wooden Figure, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Wooden Figure, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Wooden Figure, 1935/1942

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Decorated Box, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Decorated Box, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Decorated Box, 1935/1942

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Whales Tooth, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Whales Tooth, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Whales Tooth, c. 1940

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pitcher, c. 1941. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pitcher, c. 1941. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pitcher, c. 1941

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Ceramic Horse, c. 1938. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Ceramic Horse, c. 1938. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Ceramic Horse, c. 1938

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pensylvania German Carved Bird, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pensylvania German Carved Bird, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pensylvania German Carved Bird, 1935/1942

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Toy Soldier, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Toy Soldier, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Toy Soldier, 1935/1942

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Shaving Mug and Basin, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Shaving Mug and Basin, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Shaving Mug and Basin, c. 1940

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Toilet Box, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Toilet Box, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Toilet Box, c. 1939

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Plate, c. 1938. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Plate, c. 1938. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Plate, c. 1938

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Horn, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Horn, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Horn, c. 1940

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Painted Cabinet, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Painted Cabinet, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Painted Cabinet, c. 1939. (Note: Name Rebeca Braun, dated 1828)

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Tin Coffee Pot, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Tin Coffee Pot, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Tin Coffee Pot, 1935/1942

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Coffee Pot, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Coffee Pot, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Coffee Pot, c. 1939

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Water Whistle, c. 1938. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Water Whistle, c. 1938. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Water Whistle, c. 1938

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Table, c. 1941. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Table, c. 1941. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Table, c. 1941

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Looking Glass with Decorated Glass Panel, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Looking Glass with Decorated Glass Panel, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Looking Glass with Decorated Glass Panel, c. 1939

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Pitcher, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Pitcher, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Pitcher, c. 1939

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Dower Chest, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Dower Chest, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Dower Chest, c. 1940. (Note: Name Christina Ernstin on chest)

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Chest, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Chest, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Chest, 1935/1942. (Note: Dated 1789)

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Coffee Pot. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Coffee Pot. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Coffee Pot

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Chest, 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Chest, 1939. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Chest, 1939. (Note: Name, Elisabeth Wind... itinerary...den to Mertz, dated 1798)

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Pa. German Chest, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Pa. German Chest, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Pa. German Chest, c. 1940. (Note: dated 1769)

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Candlestick, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Candlestick, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Candlestick, c. 1940

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Candle Box, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Candle Box, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Candle Box, 1935/1942

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Weather Vane, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Weather Vane, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Weather Vane, 1935/1942

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Weather Vane Rooster, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Weather Vane Rooster, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Weather Vane Rooster, c. 1940

Background imageStrehlau Carl Collection: Weather Vane, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau

Weather Vane, c. 1940. Creator: Carl Strehlau
Weather Vane, c. 1940



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Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of Carl Strehlau, a master creator of Pa. German carved art and ceramics from the 1930s to 1940s. Each piece tells a story, showcasing his incredible talent and attention to detail. From the beautifully carved bird perched on a branch, to the intricately designed wooden figure capturing the essence of its subject, Strehlau's work is truly remarkable. His decorated boxes are not only functional but also works of art in their own right, with delicate patterns and vibrant colors that catch the eye. The whales tooth he crafted is an extraordinary example of his skill, transforming this natural material into an intricate masterpiece. Strehlau's ceramic horse captures the grace and elegance of these majestic creatures with every stroke of his brush. The Pennsylvania German toy soldier stands tall as a testament to Strehlau's ability to bring life into inanimate objects through his carvings. Even everyday items like shaving mugs and basins become extraordinary when touched by Strehlau's hand, adorned with traditional Pennsylvania German motifs that celebrate heritage and culture. Whether it be plates or chests, each creation by Carl Strehlau reflects his passion for preserving tradition while pushing artistic boundaries.