This peice by Emory Douglas is of Malcom x and represents the struggles of african americans during the black civil rights movement.Malcom x was one of many black activists that fought for equal rights as the "whites"in america.the spears in the background of this peice would represent the african culture malcom x held as a desendent of slaves brought to america from africa.Emory Douglas has captured Malcom x with a n expression that reflects his power in the black community aswel as his passion for his oppressed affrican brothers and sisters and the struggles they faced in America.Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Emory Douglas
This peice by Emory Douglas is of Malcom x and represents the struggles of african americans during the black civil rights movement.Malcom x was one of many black activists that fought for equal rights as the "whites"in america.the spears in the background of this peice would represent the african culture malcom x held as a desendent of slaves brought to america from africa.Emory Douglas has captured Malcom x with a n expression that reflects his power in the black community aswel as his passion for his oppressed affrican brothers and sisters and the struggles they faced in America.
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Thanks Fabian! This is an excellent description of content and context. I guess the spears are not only a reference to African ancestry but also denote the idea of warfare and armed struggle. As Malcolm X said, African Americans would achieve equality and independence "By Any Means Necessary" which meant they would use weapons if need be.
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