African American folk art
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Carolyn Mazloomi, interviewed by Emelie Gevalt, 2021-09-07
Item
Scope and Contents
Carolyn Malzoomi is a scholar, author, curator, quilter and founder of The Women of Color Quilters Network. In the interview, Mazloomi discusses the origins of the Network as a forum for African American quilters to learn the historical significance of African American quiltmaking and develop as working artists. Throughout the interview she speaks about the process of designing and creating her quilts, the significance of using cotton in her work, and the challenges she faces when making...
Dates:
2021-09-07
John Gordon Papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: A0020
Abstract
John Gordon was a dealer of American folk art in New York from 1964 to 1980. This collection contains photographs of works owned or handled by Gordon during that period, as well as related correspondence, publicity, and publications.
Dates:
1964 - 1980
Found in:
American Folk Art Museum Archives
Shari Cavin and Randall Morris, interviewed by Valérie Rousseau, 2021-11-04
Item
Scope and Contents
In this interview, the owners of Cavin-Morris Gallery, Shari Cavin and Randall Morris, discuss their distinct approach and contribution to the field of Folk Art. They touch upon their definition of Folk Art, the importance of cultural context, and their goal of redefining the canon.They also discuss the life and work of artists Bessie Harvey and David Butler.
Summary written by Maylyn Iglesias, AFAM Archives Intern
Dates:
2021-11-04