Signed Oil on Canvas Portrait Painting of Archbishop Alter

Item Details

A signed oil on canvas portrait of Archbishop Karl Joseph Alter. The work depicts a formal portrait of the Archbishop, seated in an elaborate chair, It is signed to the lower left with the initials REB. Presented in a gold tone carved wood frame with a wire hanger to the verso.

Karl Joseph Alter (August 18, 1885 – August 23, 1977) was an American clergyman of the Roman Catholic Church. He served as Bishop of Toledo (1931–50) and Archbishop of Cincinnati (1950–69).

Condition

- minor wear to frame.

Dimensions

- measures frame. Visible image measures 19.5" W x 23.5" H.

Item #

17CIN607-013