The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis

The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis

Root HallRoot Hall
Open January 15, 2022 through March 13, 2022

This exhibition organized by Landau Traveling Exhibitions highlights the career of one of the most important African American artists of the 20th century. Catlett's work blended art and social consciousness and confronted the most disturbing injustices against African Americans in her time. She is best known for her work during the 1960s and 70s when she created politically charged, black expressionistic sculptures and prints.

Image Credit: Elizabeth Catlett, American, 1915-2012, Maternity, 1971, wood. Collection of Samella Lewis


2024 Exhibit Sponsors
Sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts.