Illuminated Parable: Man Among Thieves

c. 1936

Robert Stewart and James Gross

Associated Names
James Gross

Artist, American, active c. 1935

Robert Stewart

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an illuminated manuscript page with ornate decorative borders and text. The central focus is on a block of text in a serif typeface. The text is bordered with a vibrant floral and leaf design in rich colors including greens, purples, reds, and yellows. The border features curling vine motifs and large leaves with clusters of fruit or flowers. The details accentuate the manuscript style, emphasizing the tradition of manuscript illumination during the medieval period.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black and white photograph with felt-tip pen

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.3 x 27.8 cm (13 7/8 x 10 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 5 1/2" high; 4 7/8" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12835

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64629181

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