Aspirations 1936

"Aspirations" is a 1936 painting by Aaron Douglas, a leading figure in the Harlem Renaissance art movement. The painting depicts three figures, a man, a woman, and a child, standing before a cityscape. The figures represent the hopes and dreams of African Americans for a better future. The cityscape in the background suggests a future of progress and opportunity. The work is notable for its use of geometric shapes, bold colors, and stylized figures, which are characteristic of the Art Deco style. The painting is a powerful symbol of the African American experience and its aspirations for equality and opportunity.