James Lesesne Wells

1902 — 1993

African American artist and educator (1902–1993)

James Lesesne Wells was an African American graphic artist, print-maker, and painter associated with the Harlem Renaissance. He was an influential art professor at Howard University from 1929 to 1968 and is considered a pioneer in modern art education.

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Works

Journey to the Holy Land

James Lesesne Wells The Phillips Collection
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1929

Builders

James Lesesne Wells Metropolitan Museum of Art
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1931

Journey to Egypt

James Lesesne Wells The Phillips Collection
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