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Painted on Canvas
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pillar and G
Assisting with the installment of the Mural is Gina Rivas-Velasquez
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Adhering the mural to the pillar
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working on pillar
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The Finished Product
Commissioned Work - Pan African Egyptian Pillar
Learn more about "The Pillar" click here
Standing at the entrance of the Africana Institute at Essex County Community College is “The Pillar,” a contemporary African work of art depicting ancient African culture. The pillar was envisioned by the Institute’s director, Dr. Akil Kokayi Khalfani, and the painting and installation was completed by artist Carol Black-Lemon.
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