Delilah Pierce
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Delilah Williams Pierce (March 3, 1904 – 1992) was an African American artist, curator and educator based in Washington, District of Columbia.[1][2][3] Pierce is best known for abstract paintings depicting the natural world. Her work also includes portraiture, landscapes, and still lifes.[4]
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Delilah W. Pierce | |
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Born | (1904-03-03)March 3, 1904 |
Died | May 27, 1992(1992-05-27) (aged 88) Washington, District of Columbia, United States[2] |
Nationality | American |
Website | delilahwpierce |
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One of her works is in the permanent collections of the Smithsonian Museum of American Art.[1]
A month before her death in 1992, she obtained an honorary degree from the University of the District of Columbia, Washington, DC (DHL). She supported local education.[2]