Visualizing Subjectivity Through Portraiture

A Painting made in 1925 by the acclaimed artist Archibald J. Motley Jr.

A Portrait of Complexity

Early Life and Career

Race and Identity in Motley’s Work

Breaking Down the Details

The Harlem Renaissance

Motley’s continued Influence

Explore Major themes

  • Composition and style
  • The use of racial targeted language
  • Visualizing the New Negro Woman

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