Untitled 1988

"Untitled" is a 1988 sculpture by African-American artist James "Son Ford" Thomas (1926-1993). The work features a life-size head of a Black woman, rendered in a rough, expressive style. The head is crowned with a wig of human hair, with the face painted in vibrant colors and accented with a pair of large silver hoop earrings. The sculpture is both a powerful portrait of Black womanhood and a poignant exploration of identity and representation in art. The work is a testament to Thomas's unique artistic vision, which combined elements of traditional African art with contemporary American sensibilities.