Important Historical African American Figures Slides

The slides are courtesy of Bob Davis, Compton, California. 1) Theolonius Monk with Al Mckibbon L.A. 1972 2) Lester Young, Mirror Ballroom, Detroit 1946 3) Dizzy Gillespie's Band, 'Poncho Haygood' Fore

Eubie Blake (1887-1983) Pianist, Composer. Blake was one of the most important figures in early-20th-century African-American music, and one whose longevity made him a storehouse of the history of rag

William Henry Johnson (1901-1970) was an African-American painter who gained recognition for his vibrant and powerful depictions of African-American life and culture. He was an important figure in the

Gilbert Gaul (Tennessee/New York/New Jersey, 1855-1919) oil on canvas painting, likely a Southern scene, depicting an African American woman carrying a child across a field; a farmhouse and trees with

Oil on canvas 25 1/2 in × 1ʺD × 31 1/2 in

Modernist Painting by Robert Threadgill. Oil on canvas, “Two Chairs”, estate stamped verso, from artist’s estate. Robert Allen Threadgill. African-American Painter / Commercial Arti

very important sciloit from a Virginia Estate, framed. Small 4"

very important sciloit from a Virginia Estate, framed. Small 4"

Three Porcelain Plaques depicting General Lafayette "The Nations Guest," President George Washington "The Countrys Father," and Benjamin Franklin. Each approximately 4 3/4 x 4 1/4-in. visible. conditi

To include still bank "Give Me A Penny" and small figures of a lady with basket and a child riding a crocodile, no visible maker's marks, some wear and paint loss / all in as-found condition.Tallest H

Three Painted Plaster African American Figures 19th Century Height of tallest 20 1/2 inches. Property from the Collection of Dr. James Dawson, Manchester, Kentucky

mixed media, wax and hand made clothes. 4 total. Height 8"

P/I AFRICAN AMERICAN FIGURES SIGNED JASON SULLIVAN, 20TH C. 9" X 7 1/2"

2 SHEARWATER Pottery African American Figures Sculptures. One plays banjo, other with bale of cotton. One is marked. -- Dimensions: H: 4.5 inches: W: 3 inches: D: 2 inches ---

seated figures carved and painted - tallest from foot to head is 7.5"

Booklet by George H Moore, Librarian of the New York Historical Society. New York: Charles T. Evans, 1862. 9 x 6". No binding, tears on front and back pages, fair condition. Ink notations made at top

Watercolor on paper 18 1/2 x 12 in., 21 x 14 1/2 in. (framed)

Labeled "Copyright 1887, G. Feisenthal, Chicago". Standing pottery figure with articulated shoulders and original paint. Eyes move back and forth with key wind works. Cloth costume appears to be origi

Charles Searles, (American, 1937-2004 PA Artist) "African American Figure Study", ink and watercolor on paper, signed Charles Searles '70, acquired from a friend of the artist, 16-3/4" x 18-1/4" sight

Carved wooden African American figure. Original paint and varnish. 19th century. Condition: Excellent. H 13-5/8" W 3" D 2-1/2".

Title: Mary Proctor Outsider Folk Art African American Figure Mixed Media Description:Mary Proctor Outsider Folk Art African American Figure Mixed Media on plywood.Estate of a prominent Ybor City Tamp

Early 20th Century. A seated figured. 17.5" ht.

Late 20th century. Man in sailor uniform from front of andirons on sheet metal stand. Oxidation. 19.5"h.

"Sewing the US Flag" or African American Betsy Ross figurine, artist signed and dated in sculpting material, "ETC 1990. Moris ???"; additional marking on the bottom, limited edition of 950, copy# 132;