Created:
Movement:
1994
Contemporary Art
key Notes:
African American identity, Public housing.
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Dimensions:
289.6 × 342.9 cm (114 × 135 in.)
medium:
Acrylic on paper mounted on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Kerry James Marshall: "Many Mansions" (1994)

"Many Mansions" by Kerry James Marshall, created in 1994, is a significant work that employs acrylic on paper mounted on canvas. This painting is emblematic of Marshall's exploration of African American identity and history, themes that are central to his oeuvre. The work depicts African American figures in a suburban setting, challenging traditional narratives and representations within art history. Marshall, born in 1955 in Birmingham, Alabama, is renowned for his commitment to addressing the absence of Black figures in Western art. His work has had a profound impact on contemporary art, encouraging a reevaluation of cultural and historical narratives. "Many Mansions" is a testament to Marshall's skill in combining social commentary with a mastery of form and color.

Description of the work:

Many Mansions by Kerry James Marshall

"Many Mansions," created in 1994 by Kerry James Marshall, is an acrylic on paper mounted on canvas artwork that explores themes of African American identity and community life within public housing projects. The painting is characterized by Marshall's signature style, which combines elements of realism and abstraction to address social and historical narratives.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Many Mansions