This is a painting that depicts Jesus and his twelve disciples. Jesus is perched in a tree with a book open in front of him, sitting in the center of a tree. Around him, on the separate branches, are the twelve disciples. Above Jesus, is God with his arms outstretched over the whole tree. The painting is matted behind a cream background. On the bottom of the piece is written, "Leadership 100 October 23, 1986. Louis M. Mitchell. With paternal blessings" following by a signature in blue ink. The painting is in a gold frame.

Donated by Lola Payne. On the bottom of the piece is written, "Leadership 100 with paternal blessings" October 23, 1986. Previously owned by Louis M. Mitchell. Byzantine influenced in style.

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