Elfriede Abbe

Elfriede Martha Abbe (February 6, 1919 – December 31, 2012) was an American sculptor, wood engraver and botanical illustrator, often displaying nature and simple country living inspired by her Upstate New York home. A self-publisher, Abbe created numerous hand-printed books, which she printed on a printing press in her studio.

Elfriede Abbe
Born
Elfriede Martha Abbe

February 6, 1919
Washington, DC
DiedDecember 31, 2012(2012-12-31) (aged 93)
Manchester, Vermont
NationalityAmerican
EducationCornell University
Known forSculpture
Engraving
Illustrator
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