Sleeping Boy 1953

Margaret Burroughs' 1953 linocut print "Sleeping Boy" depicts a young Black boy huddled against a brick wall, sleeping. The simple, bold lines and black and white contrast evoke a sense of isolation and vulnerability, while the details of the boy's posture and clothing speak to the realities of his life. This powerful artwork is an example of Burroughs' commitment to highlighting the lives and experiences of Black people in America.