Old Slave 1889

"Old Slave" is a painting by American artist William Henry Huddle completed in 1889. The painting depicts an elderly Black man holding a violin in his lap. The subject is dressed in simple clothing and appears to be lost in thought. The painting's realistic style and its subject matter, which reflects the ongoing struggle for racial equality in the United States, suggest that Huddle intended to portray the hardships of slavery and its lasting effects on the Black community. The work is a poignant reminder of the enduring legacy of slavery and its continued impact on American society.