Image courtesy of Swann Auction Galleries. Many lesser-known artists contributed to the Harlem Renaissance, such as the African American and Mexican artist, Elizabeth Catlett (1915-2012). This talk centers around Head of a Woman (Woman) (1942-1944), a painting by Catlett, who is largely remembered as a master printmaker and sculptor. Like her prints and sculptures, this painting combines the many influences from which she pulled inspiration: Mexican muralists and printmakers, historic Pre-Columbian and contemporary West African sculpture, Cubists and other European modernists, and fellow African American artists working in the United States and abroad. In examining this painting, we will explore one of the major themes the artist returned to throughout her long career: the experiences, struggles and accomplishments of Black women across the world.
The World Cultures, World Arts Series bridges the gap between the business education of a Baruch student and the cultural and artistic world. In each session, an artist or art historian presents a detailed look at a piece of artwork, its context and its relevance for today. We will connect world cultures with the fine arts, to see if we can find an alternate way to become globally-accomplished students. The Baruch community is invited to attend this free online lecture.
