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“Look” (2014). Poem by Solmaz Sharif (b. 1983). Iran/United States

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A photograph of poet Solmaz Sharif standing at a podium, speaking into a microphone while holding a sheet of paper. She wears a black ribbed dress and a gold necklace, with her dark wavy bob framing her face. The background features a wood-paneled wall, and the warm lighting highlights her expressive presence as she delivers her speech. 

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Arches, North Court, Mission San Xavier Del Bac, Tucson, Arizona 

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Arches, North Court, Mission San Xavier Del Bac, Tucson, Arizona (negative 1968, printed 1976). Gelatin silver print by Ansel Adams (1902-1948). United States

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A black and white photograph titled Arches, North Court, Mission San Xavier Del Bac, Tucson, Arizona (negative 1968, printed 1976) by Ansel Adams. The image captures a historic Spanish mission with white domes and ornate architectural details, framed by large archways and an open wrought iron gate in the foreground. Light and shadow play across the walls, highlighting the intricate design of the mission. The scene evokes a sense of history and timelessness. 

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Starman (Top Of The Pops, 1972). Performance by David Bowie (1947 – 2016). United Kingdom

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Collage of images from David Bowie's 1972 Top of the Pops performance of Starman. Bowie is seen wearing a vibrant, quilted jumpsuit in red, blue, and gold with a striking mullet hairstyle. The montage includes a close-up of the iconic outfit, the Starman sheet music, and an RCA vinyl record. Additional images depict Bowie and his band performing on stage, showcasing his glam rock aesthetic.  

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Abecedarian Requiring Further Examination of Anglikan Seraphym Subjugation of a Wild Indian Rezervation

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“Abecedarian Requiring Further Examination of Anglikan Seraphym Subjugation of a Wild Indian Rezervation” (2012). Poem from When My Brother Was an Aztec by Natalie Diaz (b. 1978). Mojave/Latinx

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A portrait of author and poet Natalie Diaz, featuring her with a confident expression. She has long dark hair and wears a casual yet strong presence. The background is softly blurred, emphasizing her as the focal point. The lighting highlights her features, conveying a sense of depth and introspection reflective of her literary work.  

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“Not Even This” (2020). Poem by Ocean Vuong (b. 1988). Vietnam/United States

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A photograph of poet Ocean Vuong speaking into a microphone. He has short, curly black hair and wears a light-colored shirt, a gold necklace, and a beaded bracelet. His expression is thoughtful and engaged, with a soft focus on his face against a neutral background. The lighting highlights his features, capturing an intimate moment during a literary event. 

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“Bloodchild” (1984). Republished in Bloodchild and Other Stories in 1995. Science fiction short story by Octavia Butler (1947 – 2006). United States

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A photograph of author Octavia Butler standing in a bookstore, holding a copy of her novel Fledgling. She wears glasses and a colorful patterned jacket over a black turtleneck. Her expression is serious and contemplative, and bookshelves filled with literature are visible in the background. The image captures her presence as a groundbreaking science fiction writer.  

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“Interpreter of Maladies” (1999). Short story by Jhumpa Lahiri (b. 1967). From the book of short stories also called Interpreter of Maladies. India/United States

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A portrait of author Jhumpa Lahiri standing in a warmly lit room with bookshelves in the background. She wears a mustard-colored blouse with a circular pattern and has a calm, confident expression. Her dark hair is styled straight, and she gazes directly at the camera. The setting suggests a literary or intellectual atmosphere.  

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They Placed the Map in Her Heart": A Poet Warrior's Story 

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"They Placed the Map in Her Heart": A Poet Warrior's Story (2021). Excerpt from the memoir Poet Warrior by Joy Harjo (b. 1951.) Muscogee Nation, United States

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A close-up portrait of Joy Harjo, a Native American poet and author, with long black hair, red lipstick, and intricate beaded earrings in turquoise, black, and red. She is wearing a black blouse and smiling gently. The U.S. Capitol building is visible in the blurred background through a window.

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Drowning Girl (1963). Oil painting by Roy Lichtenstein (1923 – 1997) based on comic book art by Tony Abruzzo in 1962. United States

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A pop art painting titled Drowning Girl by Roy Lichtenstein, depicting a woman with dark blue hair partially submerged in stylized, swirling water. She has a distressed expression, with a tear rolling down her cheek. A speech bubble above her reads, "I DON'T CARE! I'D RATHER SINK -- THAN CALL BRAD FOR HELP!" The artwork uses bold black outlines, Ben-Day dots, and a limited color palette characteristic of comic book style.  

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Super Indian No. 2, 1971 (1971). Oil painting by Fritz Scholder (1937-2005). Payómkawichum (Luiseño)/United States

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Super Indian No. 2 (1971) by Fritz Scholder depicts a seated Indigenous figure wearing a buffalo headdress with horns, traditional jewelry, and moccasins, holding a pink ice cream cone. The bold, flat background contrasts with the dark figure, challenging traditional Native American portrayals.  

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Marilyn (Vanitas) (1977). Oil/acrylic painting by Audrey Flack (b. 1931). United States

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Marilyn (Vanitas) (1977) by Audrey Flack is a photorealistic still life painting featuring images of Marilyn Monroe, a mirror, a candle, cosmetics, fruit, an hourglass, and other symbolic objects, reflecting themes of beauty, fame, and mortality.  

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The Wounded Deer (1946). Oil painting by Frida Kahlo (1907-1954). Mexico

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Oil painting The Wounded Deer (1946) by Frida Kahlo. The artwork depicts a hybrid creature with the body of a deer and the face of Kahlo, running through a dark forest. The deer is pierced by multiple arrows, symbolizing pain and suffering. The background consists of barren trees and a distant blue sky, enhancing the painting's melancholic tone.  

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Hollywood Africans (1983). Acrylic/oil painting by Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960-1988). United States

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Hollywood Africans (1983), an acrylic and oil painting by Jean-Michel Basquiat. The artwork features a yellow background with graffiti-like text, symbols, and three distorted figures, representing the artist and two companions. Words like "Hollywood Africans," "Tobacco," "Tax Free," and "Gangsterism" critique racial stereotypes and the marginalization of Black artists in the entertainment industry.  

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Street Story Quilt (1985). Triptych of cotton canvas, acrylic paint, ink marker, dyed and printed cotton, and sequins, sewn to a cotton flannel backing by Faith Ringgold (b. 1930). United States

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Street Story Quilt (1985) by Faith Ringgold, a triptych textile artwork composed of three vertical panels depicting tall apartment buildings. The quilt is made from cotton canvas, acrylic paint, ink marker, dyed and printed cotton, and sequins, all sewn onto a cotton flannel backing. Each panel portrays windows filled with silhouetted figures, household items, and everyday scenes, representing the lives of people within the community. The piece blends storytelling with traditional quilting technique

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Untitled #96 self-portrait. (1981) Chromogenic color print photograph by Cindy Sherman (b. 1954). United States

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Untitled #96 (1981), a self-portrait chromogenic color print photograph by Cindy Sherman. The image features Sherman lying on a patterned tile floor, dressed in an orange sweater and a plaid skirt, holding a crumpled piece of paper. Her facial expression appears introspective or melancholic, embodying a cinematic narrative. The warm color palette and carefully staged composition reflect her exploration of identity and representation in photography.  

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“Pastoral Interlude” (1987). Gelatin silver print, colored by hand, by Ingrid Pollard (born 1953). 1st image in the series showing woman sitting alone by a fence. United Kingdom

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Black and white portrait of photographer Ingrid Pollard seated on a modern chair against a plain wall. She wears a crisp white pleated shirt, dark pants, and a statement necklace. Pollard holds a vintage camera in her hands, gazing directly into the camera with a composed and serious expression. The image highlights her presence as a pioneering visual artist known for exploring themes of race, history, and identity. 

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Electronic Superhighway: Continental U.S., Alaska, Hawaii

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Electronic Superhighway: Continental U.S., Alaska, Hawaii (1995). Fifty-one channel video installation by Nam June Paik (1932 – 2006). Korea/United States

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Electronic Superhighway: Continental U.S., Alaska, Hawaii (1995) by Nam June Paik is a neon-lit, multi-screen video installation outlining the United States, symbolizing media influence and connectivity across the country.  

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Umbrella (2020). Short animated film written and directed by Helena Hilario and Mario Pece. Brazil

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3D-rendered character from Umbrella (2020), a Brazilian short animated film by Helena Hilario and Mario Pece. The young boy has large expressive green eyes, tousled brown hair, and wears a long dark coat with a mustard-yellow scarf. His small stature and melancholic expression evoke an emotional depth.

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Christmas Carol: Marley Arrives (2020). Created and performed by Manual Cinema. Chicago

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A theatrical scene from Christmas Carol: Marley Arrives (2020) by Manual Cinema. An actor portraying Ebenezer Scrooge, dressed in a Victorian-era black coat, cravat, and top hat, stands in the foreground with a stern, fearful expression. Behind him, an actor portraying Jacob Marley’s ghost is dressed in a pale, spectral costume with icy blue makeup, chains draped around his body, and a top hat. The setting features a stone building with a wooden door and a lantern, evoking a 19th-century London at

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Ignorance = Fear, Silence = Death (1989). Poster by Keith Haring (1958 – 1990). United States

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Ignorance = Fear, Silence = Death (1989) by Keith Haring is a vibrant activist poster featuring three yellow figures covering their eyes, ears, and mouth, symbolizing silence and ignorance in the fight against AIDS, with bold red text advocating awareness and action.  

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Faith in Women (2005). Spray paint mural in Minneapolis by Lady Pink (b. 1964). Ecuador/United States

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Faith in Women (2005) by Lady Pink is a colorful spray paint mural in Minneapolis featuring surreal imagery, including a rainbow, peace symbols, skulls, a dove, and a pink tank, symbolizing themes of war, peace, feminism, and resilience.  

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“The Fact of Blackness” (1952). Chapter from Black Skin, White Masks by Frantz Fanon (1925 – 1961). France

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Black-and-white portrait of Frantz Fanon, a Martinican psychiatrist, philosopher, and author. He is wearing a suit and tie, gazing to the side with a serious and contemplative expression. The lighting highlights his facial features, emphasizing his intellectual and revolutionary presence.

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The Artist is Present (still image) / The Artist is Present (video clip) (2010). Marina Abramovic (b. 1946). Yugoslavia

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Performance still from The Artist is Present (2010) by Marina Abramović. The image captures Abramović, dressed in a red gown, sitting across from her former partner, Ulay, who is wearing a black suit. They are holding hands and gazing into each other's eyes at a wooden table in a museum setting, surrounded by onlookers and photographers. The performance took place at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York.  