John Thomas Biggers, Portrait of a Man

John Thomas Biggers (American, 1924-2001)

Charcoal and graphite on hand-painted paper, depicting a poignant portrait of a man with strong chiaroscuro, rendered in deep blacks and nuanced grays against the paper's warm tone. Signed 'Biggers' lower left. Unframed.

John Thomas Biggers was an influential African-American muralist who gained prominence after the Harlem Renaissance and World War II. His powerful works consistently criticized racial and economic injustice, making him a significant voice in American art.

DIMENSIONS
Unframed: 11 x 7 3/8 inches

PROVENANCE
Private collection.

Condition

Good condition consistent with age