Analysis

In her 1957 linoleum print, "Black Venus," Margaret Burroughs reimagines historical depictions of Black women, transforming narratives of exploitation into ones of resilience and empowerment. Her work challenges past portrayals and honors the Black female form.

NEH fellow in paintings conservation, Katie Rovito, and Andrew W. Mellon curatorial fellow, Tashae Smith, sat down to discuss the Modern Nigerian artist, Afi Ekong and the conservation of her painting Grief.

In celebration of completing our survey, we are sharing some interesting statistics about the collection. In sharing these statistics, we hope to spread more awareness about the composition of this awe-inspiring collection of art.