JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Artist Behind the New MLK Jr. Sculpture Has a Message for Its Critics.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 6 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Ross, Janell 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the unveiling of "The Embrace," a bronze sculpture by artist Hank Willis Thomas on Boston Common, which symbolizes the love and partnership between Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. The sculpture, inspired by a photograph of the couple, aims to highlight their collaborative role in the civil rights movement and the philosophy of nonviolent resistance. However, the public reaction has been mixed, with much of the commentary focusing on its appearance rather than its historical significance, leading to criticism from some, including Seneca Scott, a cousin of Coretta Scott King. Thomas emphasizes the importance of understanding the sculpture's deeper meaning as a call to love and action in a society often marked by hate. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/01, p6
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:163643368
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