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Head of an Old Woman, 1881 (oil on canvas)
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Head of an Old Woman, 1881 (oil on canvas)
488269 Head of an Old Woman, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Koehler, Robert (1850-1917); 54.93 x 46.36 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: The German-born Robert Koehler was Director of the Minneapolis School of Fine Arts, now the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, from 1892 to 1914. He also played a key role in the establishment of the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. This painting, a gift from Koehlers students in 1901, was one of the earliest artworks to enter the Institutes collections. ); eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Gift of the Art School Students; American, out of copyright
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© Minneapolis Institute of Art Gift of the Art School Students / Bridgeman Images
Grey Shawl Shoulders White Haired Wizened Wrinkled
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This black and white portrait, titled "Head of an Old Woman" is a remarkable oil on canvas masterpiece created by Robert Koehler in 1881. The painting measures 54.93 x 46.36 cm and is currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts in Minnesota, USA. Robert Koehler, a German-born artist, served as the Director of the Minneapolis School of Fine Arts (now known as the Minneapolis College of Art and Design) from 1892 to 1914. He played a significant role in establishing the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. This particular artwork holds historical significance as it was gifted to the institute by Koehler's students in 1901, making it one of their earliest acquisitions. The subject depicted in this portrait is an elderly woman with white hair and deeply wrinkled skin that tells tales of a long life lived. Her face exudes wisdom and experience while wearing a shawl over her shoulders and a hat atop her head adds character to her appearance. Koehler's attention to detail brings out every nuance on this woman's face - from each wrinkle etched into her skin to strands of grey hair peeking through beneath her hat. The artist skillfully captures both vulnerability and strength within this intimate portrayal. "Head of an Old Woman" stands as a testament to Koehler's artistic prowess and serves as an enduring tribute to ageless beauty found within aging faces.
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