Conversation With Madame C. J. Walker Flashcards
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Subject matter
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Portrait of Walker in black artificial hair to link sculpture to portrait on wall where Sophie draws strength from.
2
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CJ Walker
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1st famous Victorian entrepreneur & woman to become millionaire on her own terms by developing formula for hair growth. Worked as cotton picker & washer in American south
Sophie draws inspiration & knowledge from her
3
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Space
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Dominated by hair and life size sculpture
4
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Closed eyes
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Dreaming of better life for herself, taking inspo from CJ Walker. Lost in this world of fantasy.
5
Q
Large Masculine hands
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Refer to determination to survive & her status as a worker
6
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Message
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Refers to CJ Walker & political issue of black hair. Millions imitate white hair but many are against it.
7
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Style
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Naturalistic
8
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Media & technique
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Installation
