Kara Walker

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Kara Walker (b. 1969, USA) is an American artist renowned for her provocative and powerful exploration of race, gender, and identity in American history. She is best known for her large-scale silhouette installations that depict disturbing scenes from the antebellum South, exploring the brutal realities of slavery and its lasting impact on society.

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Walker's work is characterized by its stark, black-and-white imagery, which creates a haunting contrast that emphasizes the violence and trauma of the narratives she portrays. Influenced by historical narrative and folk art, her art challenges viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about the past and its resonance in the present. Walker’s work has been exhibited in major institutions worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Tate Modern in London, making her one of the most significant contemporary artists addressing social and political issues through art

United States / female artist / Contemporary Art / Hard Edge art

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Kara Walker

Snared, 2013

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