Saturday in Navasota c. 1930

"Saturday in Navasota" is a 1930 lithograph by American artist Kathleen Blackshear. The piece portrays two figures, a man and a young boy, both Black, in front of a building with "Navasota" painted on the front. Blackshear, who is known for her depictions of African American life in the South, uses a powerful, almost symbolic style to depict the everyday scene. The artwork, composed in charcoal and ink, creates a sense of depth and emotion, capturing a poignant moment in time. It offers a glimpse into a community, its people, and their surroundings, inviting viewers to contemplate the complexities of Black life in the South during the early 20th century.