Negro Girl 1939

"Negro Girl" is a 1939 woodcut by American artist Blanche Grambs (1916-2010). The work depicts a close-up portrait of a young Black woman with her arm resting behind her head. The artist uses a muted green color palette to create a sense of intimacy and melancholy, while the textured lines of the woodcut technique add a layer of depth and emotion to the subject's expression. Grambs's work often explored themes of race, identity, and social justice, making "Negro Girl" a powerful example of her artistic vision and commitment to representing Black experiences.