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JOHN BIGGERS, Early Texas Art, graphite/paper

Currency:USD Category:Art Start Price:5,600.00 USD Estimated At:8,000.00 - 12,000.00 USD
JOHN BIGGERS, Early Texas Art, graphite/paper
<B>JOHN BIGGERS (American, 1924-2001)</B></I><BR><I>Untitled</B></I>, 1957<BR>Graphite on paper<BR>22-1/2 x 18 inches (57.2 x 45.7 cm)<BR>Signed and dated lower right: <I>Biggers 57</B></I><BR> <BR>Among the first generation of university-trained African American artists, John Biggers is known for his murals, oils, graphic works, and prints. He was born in Gastonia, North Carolina, and studied at the Hampton Institute in Virginia. In 1943, while at Hampton, Biggers' mural, <I>Negro Soldier,</B></I> was included at the seminal exhibition, <I>Young Negro Art</B></I>, at the Museum of Modern Art in New York.<BR><BR>In 1949, he moved to Houston where he founded the art department at Texas Southern University. Up until this time it was almost impossible for young Negro artists to obtain formal training in fine arts. In 1950, Biggers won first prize at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, for his painting, <I>The Cradle.</B></I> In 1957, he traveled to Africa to explore his African heritage. He published a book based on his travels in Ghana, Nigeria, and other African countries.<B>Condition Report:</B> Excellent condition. Period frame in excellent condition.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Requires 3rd Party Shipping (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)
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