Raymond Jennings Saunders
1934–

Introduction

Raymond Saunders (born 1934) is an American artist known for his multimedia paintings which often have sociopolitical undertones, and which incorporate assemblage, drawing, collage and found text. Saunders is also recognized for his installation, sculpture, and curatorial work.

Wikidata identifier

Q7299135

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Introduction

African-American artist known for works featuring color, geometry, and figures, using multiple sources of inspiration and focus points, the works require care and attention to decipher their stories of life and its experiences.

Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, collagist, educator, painter

ULAN identifier

500028910

Names

Raymond Saunders, Raymond Jennings Saunders

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On the Hour

A 30-second online art project:
Maya Man, A Realistic Day In My Life Living In New York City

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Learn more at whitney.org/artport

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