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Ernie Barnes — My Man
Ernie Barnes

My Man

1980

Ernie Barnes's 'My Man' from 1980 is an acrylic on canvas work presented in the artist's custom frame, celebrating African American culture and identity. The painting demonstrates Barnes's distinctive narrative style and celebration of human dignity.

Medium
acrylic on canvas, in artist’s frame
Spotted At
Auction House · Phillips

🔨 Auction Lot

20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale, Morning Session

November 16, 2022

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Ernie Barnes, My Man, 1980

Ernie Barnes's 'My Man' from 1980 is an acrylic on canvas work presented in the artist's custom frame, celebrating African American culture and identity. The painting demonstrates Barnes's distinctive narrative style and celebration of human dignity.

Medium
acrylic on canvas, in artist’s frame
Year
1980
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Bold, Acrylic On Canvas, Figure, American, Expressive, African American, Portrait, 1980s, Figurative, Contemporary

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