Bibliograph

Lorna Simpson collages, introduction by Elizabeth Alexander

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Label

Lorna Simpson collages, introduction by Elizabeth Alexander

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Lorna Simpson collages

Oclc number

987491348

Responsibility statement

introduction by Elizabeth Alexander

Summary

This book showcases the exquisite collage work of internationally acclaimed artist Lorna Simpson. Combining vintage advertising images of black women and men with colorful ink washes, striking geological formations, and dreamy skyscapes, Simpson creates fantastical coiffures that pay homage to the beauty of black hair. A lyrical introduction by eminent poet Elizabeth Alexander rounds out this volume

Table Of Contents

Introduction: "Of the black & boisterous hair" / Elizabeth Alexander -- Artist statement / Lorna Simpson -- The collages. Earth & sky ; Ebony ; Jet ; Riunite & ice

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Collages

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