Hans Kindler

Painting

The Arts Club of Washington Collection

"Portrait of Hans Kindler" by Joseph Cowell, oil on canvas, 1940.

Portrait of a blond-haired man dressed in a coat and tie facing forward and holding a booklet (possibly sheet music) in both hands.

Name/Title

"Hans Kindler"

Type of Painting

Portrait

Artwork Details

Medium

Oil on Canvas

Subject

"Portrait of Hans Kindler"

Subject Person or Organization

Hans Kindler

Context

Hans Kindler, founding conductor of the National Symphony Orchestra, served as Club President in 1940, the year this portrait was painted. He gave cello lessons at the Arts Club for many years, and hosted post-concert receptions there, including one after the National Symphony’s first concert.

Made/Created

Artist

Joseph Cowell

Dimensions

Height

47 in

Width

36 in

Depth

2-1/4 in

Location

Building

201 Reception Room

Update Date

May 23, 2026