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Thornton Dial

A self-taught Black American artist, Dial’s employment as a laborer informed the skills he used to create his artworks, often confronting racism.

Dates
1928–2016
Born In
North America > United States
Active In
North America > United States
Period Culture Style
Contemporary
Known For
Painting
Sculpture > Assemblage
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