Ram, 1938–1942
William Edmondsonexpand_more
Limestoneexpand_more
The John R. Van Derlip Fundexpand_more 2013.56
On View in Gallery 367expand_more
William Edmondson was the first African American artist to be honored with a solo exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, in 1937. A self-taught artist from Tennessee, he felt a calling from God to carve stone sculptures. The subjects of his work were often biblical, inspired by his Christian faith and by the burial art in black cemeteries. He especially favored Mary and Martha, the crucified Christ, angels, and various animals. Ram is a characteristic work.
Details
- Title
- Ram
- Artist Life
- 1874–1951
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 2013.56
- Curator Approved
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