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“A Shady Nook: Le Jardin du Luxembourg Paris” is a captivating painting created by Black American artist Lois Mailou Jones in 1991. This masterpiece showcases Jones’s exceptional skill and her profound connection to the beauty of the world. As the Read More …
Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller’s sculpture “Te Adoremus Domine,” created in 1921, is a powerful and emotive piece that captures the essence of spiritual devotion. The title “Te Adoremus Domine” translates to “We Adore Thee, O Lord,” setting the tone for Read More …
“Mother and Child” is a poignant sculpture created by Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller, a trailblazing African American artist known for her powerful and emotive works. This particular piece captures the essence of maternal love and the unbreakable bond between a Read More …
Black Lego sculptures are an extraordinary medium through which Ghanaian-Canadian artist Ekow Nimako tells captivating stories of African history. Using only black Legos, Nimako meticulously crafts surreal and thought-provoking sculptures that delve into the multifaceted narratives of the African continent. Read More …
Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller, a pioneering Black American artist, created a captivating interpretation of the Danse Macabre in 1914. Her depiction of the iconic theme unveils a thought-provoking representation of mortality and the equality of all in the face of Read More …
Fons Americanus was a remarkable creation by the talented Black American artist Kara Walker. This sculpture, in the form of a functional fountain adorned with allegorical scenes and figures, captivated audiences during its stay in the Tate Modern’s Turbine Hall Read More …
The acquisition of the powder horn with exquisite engraved decoration by the hands of John Bush (ca. 1725–1757) marks a significant moment for the Department of Arms and Armor in 2021. John Bush stands out as one of the pioneering Read More …
In 1876, Edmonia Lewis presented the world with a thought-provoking depiction of the legendary Cleopatra in her sculpture “The Death of Cleopatra.” This extraordinary piece captures the queen of Egypt in a moment of both tragedy and grandeur, forever freezing Read More …
In 1962, Hughie Lee-Smith created a captivating piece of art known as “The Beach,” which continues to resonate with audiences today. This thought-provoking artwork delves deep into the artist’s exploration of human connection and the pervasive sense of alienation and Read More …