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African Modernism in America, 1947-67

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Special Installation
Installation view of One-on-One: Ugo Rondinone / Louise Eilshemius

Ugo Rondinone / Louis Eilshemius

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Brittany Mona Resistance in Joy and Relaxation

Digital Intersections: Brittany Moná

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Mark Rothko, Untitled (Yellow, Pink, Yellow on Light Pink), 1955, , Oil on canvas, 79 ¾ x 67 ¾ in., Collection of Kate Rothko Prizel, Copyright © 1998 by Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko, Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

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African Modernism in America, 1947-67

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In the News

At the Phillips Collection, two artists with an unexpected affinity | Mark Jenkins, The Washington Post
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African and American Artistic Minds Meet in Phillips Collection Exhibition / Brenda C. Siler The Washington Informer
'African Modernism in America, 1947-67' Review: Crossing Cultures and Continents / Lance Esplund The Wall Street Journal
African Modernism in America, 1947-67 tackles big themes / Mackenzie Weinger The Washington Diplomat
African Modernism Unveiled at The Phillips Collection Kahli Abdu Voice of America
Phillips Collection Showcase of African Modernism Defies Expectations Mark Jenkins Washington Post
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