Elizabeth Catlett, Singing Head, 1980, black Mexican marble, 16 x 9 1⁄2 x 12 in. (40.7 x 24.2 x 30.5 cm.), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase, 1989.52
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Artwork Details
- Title
- Singing Head
- Artist
- Date
- 1980
- Location
- Not on view
- Dimensions
- 16 x 9 1⁄2 x 12 in. (40.7 x 24.2 x 30.5 cm.)
- Credit Line
- Museum purchase
- Mediums
- Mediums Description
- black Mexican marble
- Classifications
- Highlights
- Subjects
- Figure — head
- Object Number
- 1989.52
Works by this artist (2 items)
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October 1, 2021–August 2, 2026
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