Name/Title
untitledEntry/Object ID
2010.1.1Description
This untitled totem assemblage by Hawkins Bolden is made from found materials including wood, pots, pans, carpet, nails, tin can, and a leather glove. The underlying structure is a cross constructed from two battered 2x4s. Calling his totem-like sculptures ’scarecrows’’, Bolden filled his yard with his creations to keep birds out of his garden.Collection
Southern Vernacular Art CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2010.1Source or Donor
Lou and Calynne HillAcquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Bolden, HawkinsRole
ArtistDate made
n.d.Dimensions
Height
79 inWidth
26 inDepth
9 inInterpretative Labels
Label
Hawkins Bolden (1914-2005)
Hawkins Bolden was born in Memphis, Tennessee, and at age eight suffered a debilitating blow to the head, which later caused him to go blind. In spite of his disability, the artist was able to create his large-scale assemblages without difficulty. Bolden lived in the same small house in his hometown for over 70 years in a neighborhood where he collected objects for his sculptures. Calling his totem-like sculptures "scarecrows", Bolden filled his yard with his creations to keep birds out of his garden.Created By
admin@catalogit.appCreate Date
October 2, 2009