James Lesesne Wells
1902–1993 · American · 3 artworks
Harlem RenaissanceExpressionismLinocutWoodcutSocial RealismFigurative RepresentationBlack and White Contrast
artist bio
James Lesesne Wells was a pivotal figure in the Harlem Renaissance, known for his powerful prints and paintings that explored African American identity and social issues. He significantly contributed to the development of printmaking as a fine art form within the Black artistic community.
related: Romare Bearden
