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The Harlem Renaissance Was Bigger Than Harlem.
| Title: | The Harlem Renaissance Was Bigger Than Harlem. |
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| Authors: | Tallman, Susan (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Atlantic Monthly, 01/07/2024, Vol. 334 Issue 1, p110-119, 8p, 6 Cartoon or Caricatures |
| Abstract: | "The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism" is an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art that explores the cultural impact of the Harlem Renaissance beyond Harlem itself. The exhibition showcases the work of Black American artists who were influenced by European modernists and highlights the contributions of Black artists to world culture. The exhibition includes paintings, sculptures, photographs, film clips, and objects from artists of the African diaspora. The article discusses the significance of portraiture in the context of the Harlem Renaissance and the representation of Black individuals in art. It highlights the diversity of portraits on display, ranging from large and sophisticated works to small and blunt ones. The article also explores how portraiture served as a means of correction to the canon and offered proof of the varied beauty and character of Black individuals. Additionally, it touches on the importance of physical appearance in Black life and the complexities of color and identity. The article concludes by emphasizing the significance of the exhibition in showcasing the achievements of Black artists during the Harlem Renaissance. [Extracted from the article] |
| Subject Terms: | HARLEM Renaissance, BLACK artists, AFRICAN American artists, CARD players, ART collecting, CELEBRITY couples, ANTHOLOGIES, OUTSIDER art, MIDDLE class |
| Geographic Terms: | HARLEM (New York, N.Y.) |
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| ISSN: | 10727825 |
| Database: | Australia/New Zealand Reference Centre |
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