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Mrs. Albert J. Kobler

Westfall, Edward A. Mrs.
Westfall, Mignon Sommers Kobler

died c. 1943

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This is a painting of a scene depicting a ceremonial event with architectural features in the background. The painting shows a gathering of people in elaborate and colorful garments. The central woman, clad in a long blue dress with a golden crown over her long blonde hair, is holding hands with a man on the right in a red-pink robe. An ornate building with arched and intricate elements serves as a backdrop. The architectural design includes columns and intricate stonework under a bright blue sky. On either side are more people dressed in a mix of robes, all looking at the central couple.
Bernard van Orley, The Marriage of the Virgin, c. 1513, oil on panel, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1952.5.48

The Marriage of the Virgin

Bernard van Orley · c. 1513 · oil on panel ·  Accession ID  1952.5.48

Bernard van Orley, Putto with Arms of Jacques Coëne [reverse], c. 1513, oil on panel, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1952.5.47.b

Putto with Arms of Jacques Coëne [reverse]

Bernard van Orley · c. 1513 · oil on panel ·  Accession ID  1952.5.47.b

This painting shows several people in a columned structure outdoors. The structure includes thin white columns with intricate gold detailing, vaulted blue ceilings, and carved gray stone walls. Several small, gold, cherub-like figures are at the top of the structure in molded niches. In the center of the painting, a young child with shoulder-length, wavy, light brown hair is seated on a low ledge between the columns, gesturing with one hand outstretched and another near their chest. The child is barefoot and dressed in a dark blue gown, and they are surrounded by a group of older men. The men on either side are elaborately dressed, wearing a variety of turbans, hats, and hoods, along with colorful robes and tunics. Some of them hold books or scrolls and appear engaged in discussion, most of them looking towards the child. Behind the child, a man and a woman stand together, looking towards the group. The man has brown hair and a brown beard and wears a pink tunic with a pink cloak, and the woman wears a blue dress and cloak with a white cloth over her hair, her hands crossed over her chest. Behind them appears to be a pale pink castle with railings and towers, green leaves peeking out from behind it. The sky in the center is light gray, but at the top of the painting it is a rich blue.”
Bernard van Orley, Christ among the Doctors [obverse], c. 1513, oil on panel, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1952.5.47.a

Christ among the Doctors [obverse]

Bernard van Orley · c. 1513 · oil on panel ·  Accession ID  1952.5.47.a