[ART]. CATLETT, Elizabeth (1915-2012). Portfolio containing 5 lithographs. [Mexico City]: Litografos Unidos, S.A., ca 1973.
Sale 1118 - African Americana
Feb 28, 2023
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[ART]. CATLETT, Elizabeth (1915-2012). Portfolio containing 5 lithographs. [Mexico City]: Litografos Unidos, S.A., ca 1973.
Black and white offset lithographs, 12 3/4 x 18 1/2 in. (Wear to corners.) Housed in brown illustrated portfolio bearing printed lithograph titles on folding flap and description on verso (wear to extremities). Titles include Skipping Rope, 1958; Black Maternity, 1959; The Black Woman Speaks, 1960; Mother and Son, 1971; and Black is Beautiful, 1972.
Elizabeth Catlett was a Black sculptor and print maker, with works exhibited internationally. She also taught sculpture at the National University of Mexico. Her works feature symbols of the struggle and power of Black people, especially women.
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