Description
Romare Bearden imbued his work with a humanism that transcends time and place. Bearden, one of the 20th century’s preeminent artists, painted with passion for the people, issues, and ideas that shaped the world. He depicted a variety of places and themes, among them the vibrant landscapes of the Caribbean and the lives of Black Americans-from rural towns to bustling cities, from intimate homeplaces to packed jazz clubs. The 12 images in this calendar showcase the broad range of his work and reflect the creative ferment of his era, through a career spanning 55 years.
