Sharecropper

One of Catlett's most famous prints. Depicts a female farm worker who, though hardened by work, appears dignified and resolute. "A/P Sharecropper" and "E Catlett 1970" written in pencil at the bottom margin., Donated to the State Black Archives Research Center & Museum by Velma A. Walker., Donated to the State Black Archives Research Center & Museum by Velma A. Walker., Artist's bio: Born in Washington, D.C., Elizabeth Catlett Mora (April 15, 1915 - 2013 April 2, 2012) was best known as a sculptor and printmaker and is considered one of the first black feminist artists. After receiving a BS in design from Howard University, she became the first student to receive an MFA from the University of Iowa School of Art. She later became the first female professor of sculpture at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, and obtained Mexican citizenship. Her work - including a number of notable outdoor sculptures - is on display in many of the world's most venerable art museums., Digitized by J.F. Drake Memorial LRC; Alabama A&M University.
Abstract/Description: One of Catlett's most famous prints. Depicts a female farm worker who, though hardened by work, appears dignified and resolute. "A/P Sharecropper" and "E Catlett 1970" written in pencil at the bottom margin.
Subject(s): Sharecroppers.
Older people.
Women.
Date Created: 1970
Title: Sharecropper.
Name(s): Catlett, Elizabeth, 1915-2012, artist.
Type of Resource: still image
Genre: Relief prints
Date Created: 1970
Date Captured: 2014-12-04
Physical Form: linoleum-block printing
Extent: 1 print ; 43 cm x 45 cm
Abstract/Description: One of Catlett's most famous prints. Depicts a female farm worker who, though hardened by work, appears dignified and resolute. "A/P Sharecropper" and "E Catlett 1970" written in pencil at the bottom margin.
Identifier(s): DSCN0597 (local)
Note(s):

Donated to the State Black Archives Research Center & Museum by Velma A. Walker.

Artist's bio: Born in Washington, D.C., Elizabeth Catlett Mora (April 15, 1915 - 2013 April 2, 2012) was best known as a sculptor and printmaker and is considered one of the first black feminist artists. After receiving a BS in design from Howard University, she became the first student to receive an MFA from the University of Iowa School of Art. She later became the first female professor of sculpture at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, and obtained Mexican citizenship. Her work - including a number of notable outdoor sculptures - is on display in many of the world's most venerable art museums.

Digitized by J.F. Drake Memorial LRC; Alabama A&M University.
Subject(s): Sharecroppers.
Older people.
Women.
Held by: Alabama A&M University
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Is Part Of: State Black Archives Research Center & Museum at Alabama A&M University.
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