Lange, Sister Anselma, 1906-1945
Biographical
Sister Anselma Lange, who entered the community in 1894, was sent to Europe to study art as a young Sister. She made final profession in June 1905 and was appointed head of the embroidery department six months later, January 1906, until her death, June 15, 1945, a total of 39.5 years. As directress, Sister Anselma was known for her charity, and many poor missions were the recipients of vestments, albs, and other articles without a thought of any required payment.
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Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
PAX (Peace Lamb), bulk: 1930s
The silk embroidered piece was designed by Sister Anselma Lang, who was director of the Ecclesiastical Art Department from 1905 to 1945. The Department used the PAX and lamb symbol in much of its art, cards, banners, paintings, wall paintings, liturgical garments, and displays. The writing on the back of the piece states that the piece was stitched by Sister Angelita Dittmaier in the 1930s. -- written by Sister Mary Beth Kemper
The Good Shepherd Painted Silk, bulk: 1931
The painted silk piece entitled "The Good Shepherd (Christ holding lamb) was created by Sister Anselma Lange. The work of art was won by Mrs. Henry Abel at the picnic honoring the dedication of the new novitiate building. The painting was originally hung in one of the Ecclesiastical Art Department workrooms. The painting is 16" L x 11" W. Information provided by Sister Mary Beth Kemper, CPPS.
