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james richmond barthé (1901 – 1989)
Explore the captivating sculptures of Richmond Barthé (1901-1989), a pivotal figure in the Harlem Renaissance known for his dynamic portrayals of African American subjects, classical forms, and exploration of themes like race, spirituality, and ident
SCAD Museum of Art (Savannah, United States of America)
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Throughout his career, Richmond Barth� was interested in the movement and stance of the body. He studied the Martha Graham technique of dance in an effort to more fully understand the impact of gestures and pose while creating his sculptures. After completing his studies at the Art Institute of Chicago, Barth� moved to Harlem where he initially began his career as a painter. He soon transitioned into sculpture with the hope of transforming the three-dimensional aspects of his painted works. Inspired by a long-standing interest in Greek and Roman art and mythology and living in Harlem as the Harlem Renaissnace unfolded, Barth� created sculpture that engaged and celebrated the beauty of the black male body. Head of a Dancer encapsulates this focus, presenting an elegant, grounded form.
About this artwork
- Title: Head of a Dancer
- Artist: james richmond barthé
- Year: 1937
- Format: Square
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: SCAD Museum of Art
- Color hue: Green to Violet Spectrum
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
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