Elfriede Abbe
Elfriede Abbe | |
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| Born | Elfriede Martha Abbe February 6, 1919 Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Died | December 31, 2012 (aged 93) Manchester, Vermont, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Cornell University |
| Known for | Sculpture Engraving Illustrator |
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.