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Dancers

Discover Eldren M. Bailey (1903-1987), a self-taught African American artist from Atlanta known for his large, unique cement sculptures blending folk art & modernism. Explore his legacy at the High Museum of Art and beyond! #cementSculpture #folkArt

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Collectible Description

Eldren M. (“E.M.”) Bailey built an outdoor sculpture garden in his inner-city Atlanta yard filled with concrete monuments that grew directly from his trade as a maker of grave markers. Yet in a decisive break with most African American funerary sculptural traditions, these objects all move with consummate style. True to Bailey’s sense of irony, the figures in the yard are simultaneously embodiments of categories of black urban life—death, entertainment, sex, political deliverance, sports, religion—and parodies of these stereotypes about black urban life.

Artist Biography

early life and career

eldren m. bailey, an african american artist, was born in flovilla, georgia in 1903. he spent most of his life and career in atlanta, georgia, where he developed a unique style that would set him apart from other artists of his time.

artistic style and notable works

bailey is best known for his large cement sculptures, which he often displayed in his front yard. this unconventional approach to showcasing his art has been both praised and criticized by art critics. despite the controversy, bailey's work has become an integral part of atlanta's cultural landscape.
  • high museum of art in atlanta has featured some of bailey's works, providing a platform for the artist to reach a broader audience.
  • his sculptures, often blending elements of folk art and modernism, have been compared to the works of wassily kandinsky, a renowned russian painter and theorist.
  • bailey's use of cement as a primary material has drawn parallels with the experimental approaches of pablo picasso, who also pushed the boundaries of traditional art materials.

legacy and influence

bailey passed away in 1987, but his legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. his unique approach to sculpture has been recognized by the museum spelman college, which has included his work in their collection.
  • visit the high museum of art in atlanta to explore more of bailey's works and other notable artists: https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@@/a@d3b7w9-high-museum-of-art-atlanta-united-states
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conclusion

eldren m. bailey's unconventional approach to art has left an indelible mark on atlanta's cultural landscape. through his large cement sculptures, he continues to inspire and intrigue art enthusiasts, solidifying his place in the annals of american art history.
eldren m. bailey

eldren m. bailey

1903 - 1987 , Georgia

Quick Facts

  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Cement Sculpture; Folk Art & Modernism
  • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Cement Sculpture']
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
    • Wassily Kandinsky
    • Pablo Picasso
  • Date Of Birth: 1903
  • Full Name: Eldren M. Bailey
  • Nationality: American
  • Notable Artworks:
    • Dancers
    • Spider Lady
  • Place Of Birth: Flowerville, Georgia
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