Illuminated Parable: The Wedding

c. 1936

Robert Stewart and James Gross

Associated Names
Robert Stewart

Artist, American, active c. 1935

James Gross

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an illuminated manuscript page with ornate botanical decoration. The page features a border with colored fruits and flowers, including oranges and blooming flora. The text is written in a script reminiscent of medieval manuscripts, with some letters highlighted in red and blue. The central section is divided by a decorative flourish with green, blue, and yellow elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black and white photograph with felt-tip pen

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.4 x 24.5 cm (13 9/16 x 9 5/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 4 7/8" wide; 5 1/2" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12837

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64629183

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