The Ascension
Artist
Timothy Cole
(American, 1852-1931)
Artist
John La Farge
(American, 1835 - 1910)
CultureAmerican
Date1917
MediumWood engraving
DimensionsOverall: 6 5/8 x 7 5/16 in. (16.8 x 18.5 cm)
Overall, Mat: 14 1/4 x 19 1/4 in. (36.2 x 48.9 cm)
Overall, Mat: 14 1/4 x 19 1/4 in. (36.2 x 48.9 cm)
InscribedSigned on block lower left: "T. Cole". In pencil lower left: "La Farge, The Ascension, Ch. of the Ascension, N.Y."
Credit LineGift of Mr. Alphaeus P. Cole
Object number58.31.40
Not on view
DescriptionWood engraving on Japan paper; block with rounded top corners. Mary and the apostles watch as Jesus ascends to heaven flanked by two columns of angels.Exhibition History"Timothy Cole, Lord Engraver", Norfolk Museum, October 5-26, 1958; Memorial Exhibition, Brooklyn Museum, October-November 1951. Published References#101 in Memorial Exhibition Catalog, Brooklyn Museum, Oct. 11-Nov. 10, 1931; #351 in Memorial Exhibition Catalog, Philadelphia Print Club, 11/9-28/31.
