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Kara Walker, American, born 1969; Exodus of Confederates from Atlanta, from the portfolio Harper’s Pictorial History of the Civil War (Annotated), 2005; offset lithograph and silkscreen; 39 x 53 inches; Saint Louis Art Museum, Promised gift of Alison and John Ferring © Kara Walker

Harper’s Pictorial History of the Civil War, (Annotated) by Kara Walker

Saint Louis Art Museum / May 4 - August 26, 2012 / St. Louis, Missouri

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This exhibition will feature two prints from Kara Walker's Portfolio "Harper's Pictorial History of the Civil War (Annotated) 2005." Walker uses the Harper’s illustrations as a backdrop for her black silhouettes, an art form borrowed from 18th and 19th century popular culture. Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 10:00am-5:00pm; Friday, 10:00am-9:00pm; closed Mondays.

Saint Louis Art Museum
One Fine Arts Drive
Forest Park
St. Louis, Missouri

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