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O' Freedom Print DocumentationEntry/Object ID
9999.BHF.314Scope and Content
O' Freedom Print Documentation
Collector's certificate of Edition. This certificate states that the title of the fine art print "Oh Freedom" is print number 306 from a signed and numbered edition of 1,000 prints. The artist's name is Carolyn Coffield and the date of the edition is 1980. This certificate guarantees that this lithograph is a Fine Art Collectors Print reproduced from an original work by the artist.
This print was an effort of Carolyn Coffield to try and illustrate the struggle of the Black man in America. Many persons fought and died in the battle for freedom. The heritage of our roots in Africa, the dark days of slavery with the cotton fields and branding iron, the journey North through the Underground Railroad, and the 1960's marches in the South are minute scenes in the painting that serve as reminders of the weary years and the silent tears of our forefathers. The flag is a part of the composition to reflect on America's symbol of freedom and faith. The love of liberty was the cornerstone of our country. Yet this statement from the Declaration of Independence is not a reality, but an illusion for many. Man cannot make man free. "OH Freedom" emphasizes my excitement for the freedom I have experienced because of My Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. Only in him do I have liberty and freedom. Signed: Carolyn Coffield.
Carolyn Coffield (Mrs. Albion Mends) is a native of Hobbs, New Mexico. Her talent and ability is a natural gift from God that has matured and been nurtured through studies for a Commercial Art and Art Education degree at Eastern New Mexico University. She has exhibited widely throughout the Southwest and Mid-Missouri. For 8 years she has taught art privately to various age groups. Art is not for a select few. Art should be experienced, loved, and owned by all segments of society.Collection
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