David C. Driskell, Sculptor, Artist

David C. Driskell (Jun 7, 1931 - Apr 1, 2020). Artist, scholar, curator, recognized for his work in establishing African-American Art as a distinct field of study. In his lifetime, Driskell was cited as one of the world's leading authorities on the subject of Black Art. He held the title of Distinguished University Professor of Art Emeritus at the University of Maryland, College Park. The David C. Driskell Center at the University of Maryland, is named in his honor.

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