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Ida Kohlmeyer

American artist (1912-1997) · United States · On the map · Artists · Died at 84

Ida Rittenberg Kohlmeyer was an American painter and sculptor who lived and worked in Louisiana. Kohlmeyer took up painting in her 30s and achieved wide recognition for her work in art museums and galleries throughout the United States.

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Awards

Women's Caucus for Art Lifetime Achievement Award1980

About this person

Notably, her work is held by the National Museum of Women in the Arts, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Speed Art Museum, the Ogden Museum of Southern Art and the New Orleans Museum of Art. Ms. Kohlmeyer, a member of the Reform Jewish movement, played an active role in the New Orleans Jewish community throughout her life. Touro Synagogue displays much of her artwork in their synagogue and in the social hall.

Country
United States
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1912 to 1997 · aged 84