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Coupling physical objects with public archives ephemera, the exhibition "Divine Legacies in Black Jewelry" contextualizes the history of Modern Black American Jewelry production during the 20th century. The exhibition, on view July 17 - Sept. 11, 2021 will expand understanding of Black jewelers and their work and provide a launch pad for further research.
Location
Memphis, TN
EDUCATION
MEDIUM
Metal
MATERIAL EXPLORATION
Grant amount
$10,000
Selected works
Winifred Mason-Chenet, Vèvè Brooch, ca. 1950s-1960s. Copper, brass. 1 ¾ x 1 ¾ in. Winifred Mason-Chenet, Mami Wata Brooch, ca. 1950s-1960s. Silver, pewter, 1 x 1 in. Courtesy of LaMar R. Gayles, Jr. Photo: Julian A. Graham.
Faith Davis, Necklace, 2018. Onyx, silver, natural cord. 6 x 1 ¾ in. Courtesy of LaMar R. Gayles, Jr. Photo: Julian A. Graham.
Alicia Goodwin, Brooch, 2019. Sterling silver, brass, chalcedony. 2 ½ x 3 ½ in. Courtesy of LaMar R. Gayles, Jr. Photo: Julian A. Graham.
Metal Museum Entrance, Image courtesy of the Metal Museum
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