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Augusta Savage
1892–1962
Sculptor and arts educator who was a leader of the Harlem Renaissance.
📖Biography
Augusta Christine Fells Savage was an American sculptor and educator associated with the Harlem Renaissance. She was one of the most influential Black artists and arts educators of the 20th century.
Key Achievements
1
Created the iconic sculpture 'The Harp' for the 1939 World's Fair
2
Founded the Savage Studio of Arts and Crafts in Harlem
3
First African American elected to the National Association of Women Painters and Sculptors
4
Mentored Jacob Lawrence and other notable artists
Legacy & Impact
Savage nurtured an entire generation of Black artists while creating powerful sculptures that celebrated African American identity.