Portrait of Samuel Weil

Object number2008.76.2

Datec. 1850

MediumOil; Canvas; Wood

Credit LineGift of Andrew L. Weil

DescriptionFramed oil painting on canvas. Portrait of a caucasian male with black hair, wearing black hat, black suit, and white shirt. Grey sideburns and chin beard. Framed in brown wood frame with oval front opening, accented with gold.Dimensions13.75 x 11.813 x 2.25 in. (34.9 x 30 x 5.7 cm)
MarksSticker: "WUNDERLY BROS. / FINE / ART / DEALERS / PITTSBURGH, PA."
Historical NotesPortrait of possibly donor Andrew L. Weil's ancestor Samuel Weil. Lea and Samuel Weil were part of a prominent Pittsburgh family, the most famous being A. Leo Weil (1858-1938) and his wife Cassie, the donor's great-grandparents. A. Leo Weil was a prominent lawyer and civic leader in the city and his wife was instrumental in founding the Irene Kaufmann Settlement House. Samuel Weil was A. Leo Weil’s brother.

Related person Samuel Weil

Related person Lea Weil

Related institution Irene Kauffmann Settlement (Founded 1911)

Related institution Wunderly Brothers

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