Charles McGee: 2008 Kresge Eminent Artist

2010 artist monograph commemorating McGee’s selection as the first-ever Kresge Eminent Artist of Detroit in 2008. Very Fine, scarce oversized trade paperback,  Inscribed by McGee on foreword page. [GCS2]

Charles McGee (1924-2021) was a revered Detroit artist, teacher, and mentor known for his vibrant paintings, sculptures, and public art exploring the Black experience, unity, and nature, drawing from his Southern sharecropper roots and urban Detroit life, becoming a beloved figure who championed community and mentored generations of artists. He was the first Kresge Eminent Artist and created iconic works like those at the Detroit People Mover and DIA.

$ 150.00