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American Art Exhibition Opens at the Lusaka National Museum
Lusaka National MuseumJune 22, 2005
U.S. Ambassador to Zambia Martin Brennan on June 22 opened an art
exhibition at the Lusaka National Museum entitled: Two American Icons:
Jacob Lawrence and Lois Mailou Jones.
The exhibition of 34
prints, which will be on display until June 30, 2005, demonstrates the
rich and diverse contributions of African-American artists. The
exhibition is open to the public from 09:00 – 16:30 each day and is
free of charge.
Jacob Lawrence and Lois Mailou Jones are two
of America’s best-know artists. Both African Americans, they made their
mark on the American art scene in different ways and from different
directions. Both shared a strong connection with Haiti, as well as with
the Harlem Renaissance. Although their styles are markedly different,
both artists were influenced by the world around them.
The goal
of this exhibition is to increase international understanding through
the arts. The Jacob Lawrence and Lois Mailou Jones prints are on loan
from the estate collections of the two artists, both of whom are now
deceased. Renowned Zambian artist Mr. William B. Miko serves as curator
for the exhibit.
For more information on the paintings visit the Meridian International Center website at www.meridian.org