Jefferson Davis Monument #2, Richmond, Virginia 2020

"Jefferson Davis Monument #2, Richmond, Virginia" is a photograph by Kris Graves from 2020. The photograph depicts a large monument, vandalized with graffiti, under a twilight sky. The monument, a towering stone pillar and surrounding structure, is a stark reminder of the Confederacy's history in Richmond. The artist's documentation of the site and the graffiti highlights the complex legacy of the monument and the ongoing debate about its significance. Graves's work examines issues of race, history, and memory through the lens of photography, offering a powerful commentary on the enduring impact of the past on the present.