John T. Biggers (On the Occasion of His Induction into the Order of Kilimanjaro)
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Original Title
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John T. Biggers (On the Occasion of His Induction into the Order of Kilimanjaro)
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Date
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unknown
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Creator
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Earlie Hudnall
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Description
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This photograph by Earlie Hudnall shows John Biggers being inducted into the Order of Kilimanjaro, an award given to him by the African Union at an event in Houston. Africa and African roots were essential parts of Biggers' art and teachings.
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Primary Subject
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1900-1999
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HBCU leadership
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Art
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Clothing and dress
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Additional Subject
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African diaspora
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Afrocentrism
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Black art
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Educators
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Faculty
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Fashion
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Type
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Photograph
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Medium
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Gelatin silver print of black-and-white photograph
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Measurements
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24 in x 20 in
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Format
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JPEG
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HBCU Identifier
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pc147
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HCAC Identifier
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HCAC.TSU.0021
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Contributing Institution
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Texas Southern University
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Collection
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Permanent Collection
