Keepers of a Movement : Black Collectors Who Preserve Art, Stories, and Legacies That Define Black Life
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Format
Hardback or Cased Book
ISBN-10
0764371258
ISBN-13
9780764371257
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Imprint
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Aug 28th, 2026
Print length
272 Pages
Weight
1,900 grams
Dimensions
23.50 x 31.40 x 2.90 cms
Product Classification:
United States of America, USARelating to African American / Black American peopleHistory of art / art & design stylesHistory of artIndividual artists, art monographsExhibition catalogues & specific collectionsExhibition catalogues and specific collectionsGender studies: women and girlsEthnic studies / EthnicityGender studies: womenBlack & Asian studies
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Features 30 Black art collectors who collect works in a variety of art mediums created by Black artists that span more than five decades.
Features 30 Black art collectors who collect works in a variety of art mediums created by Black artists that span more than five decades.
For centuries, Black artists across the African diaspora have been architects of cultural innovation, resilience, and transformation. Their art, music, literature, and activism have profoundly shaped the world.
But behind these celebrated figures stands another equally vital force: the Black collector.
These keepers of history and culture play a crucial role in preserving artifacts, stories, and legacies that define Black life.
They safeguard rare books, heirlooms, art, and ephemera that might otherwise be lost, ensuring future generations can access these narratives.
Keepers of a Movement honors these individuals whose passion and dedication illuminate our heritage and identity. Each collection showcases a unique perspective, offering a deeper understanding of history.
Visitors will also hear from collectors about their personal connections to the works featured. More than objects, these collections represent lives, communities, and movements—ensuring that Black voices are heard, remembered, and celebrated for generations to come.
For centuries, Black artists across the African diaspora have been architects of cultural innovation, resilience, and transformation. Their art, music, literature, and activism have profoundly shaped the world.
But behind these celebrated figures stands another equally vital force: the Black collector.
These keepers of history and culture play a crucial role in preserving artifacts, stories, and legacies that define Black life.
They safeguard rare books, heirlooms, art, and ephemera that might otherwise be lost, ensuring future generations can access these narratives.
Keepers of a Movement honors these individuals whose passion and dedication illuminate our heritage and identity. Each collection showcases a unique perspective, offering a deeper understanding of history.
Visitors will also hear from collectors about their personal connections to the works featured. More than objects, these collections represent lives, communities, and movements—ensuring that Black voices are heard, remembered, and celebrated for generations to come.
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