Jacob Lawrence (American 1917-2000), 'Olympische Spiele Munchen 1972', Poster

Description: Jacob Lawrence (American 1917-2000), 'Olympische Spiele Munchen 1972', Color Lithographic Posters, Unframed: 39 3/4 X 25 1/4 In. (101 X 64.1 Cm.) I recently acquired several of these amazing posters. Posters are in excellent condition and ready to be framed or gifted. Please see photos and ask any questions that you may have. "Jacob Lawrence was an African American painter known for his portrayal of African American historical figures. His most well-known works include the series of Haitian General Toussaint L'Ouverture, Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass. Lawrence taught at the University of Washington. His works appear in collections all the country, including the Museum of Modern Art, The Whitney Museum, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, among many others.One of many artists asked to design posters for the 1972 Olympic Games, Jacob Lawrence chose to commemorate the involvement of African American athletes by showing all Black athletes running a track race. This imagery and the timing of the work were historically important since these were the first games held in Germany since the 1936 games where Jesse Owens won four gold medals. Lawrence's work had the added significance of coming on the heels of the 1968 Mexico Olympics, where Tommie Smith and John Carlos, while on the podium for their gold and bronze medals respectively, protested human and African American rights by donning black gloves and raising their fists." Wechsler Thank you for visiting!

Price: 325 USD

Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland

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