Illuminated Parable: The Ten Virgins

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 featuring intricate borders and text. The borders display floral patterns with white lilies on the right and a mix of swirling red and green foliage on the left and bottom. In the center is a block of text in an ornate font detailing a biblical parable from the book of Matthew, "The Ten Virgins," with references in red and introductory letters in bright colors. The borders are colorful, adding an opulent and reverent feel to the text. The detailed ornamentation and contrasting colors create a visually captivating presentation reminiscent of traditional medieval manuscript illumination.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black and white photograph with felt-tip pen

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34 x 24 cm (13 3/8 x 9 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 5 1/2" high; 4 7/8" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12838


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64629184

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