All of Us
Digital Print on Paper (framed) • Sharon Handy-Crumley
Style & Movement
Contemporary African-American Folk Art / Ethno-Centric Mixed Media
Medium & Technique
Giclée or offset lithography; reproduces a mixed-media collage original featuring textile strips, cowrie shells, and painted wood/stone elements.
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (circa 1990-2015)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 10 inches; Portrait/Rectangular format
Subject Description
Six stylized figures depicted in a row, representing unity and community. The bodies are composed of vertical strips of diverse African-inspired textiles (kente and batik patterns), while the heads are represented by various earthy tones and patterns. Iconography includes cowrie shells which symbolize wealth and protection.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the print appears stable within the mount with no visible fading or foxing.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a gallery or cultural art fair specializing in African-American diaspora artists. Bears the artist's distinctive signature below the image.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the vibrancy of contemporary African-American craft traditions and the use of fabric as a narrative tool to discuss heritage and collective identity.
Notable Features
Features a prominent handwritten signature by the artist and a series of cryptic symbols/numerals below the name, characteristic of the artist's personal branding.
Condition Issues
Minor debris trapped under the glass on the matting; potential slight undulation of the paper due to humidity.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure mounting with acid-free materials and display under UV-protective glazing to prevent ink fading. Keep away from direct sunlight.
Collector Notes
"All of Us" print