Artist: Robert Carter
Title: Bob’s Body Bar
Dimensions: 35 × 15 inches
Medium: Original artwork (medium upon request)

Description:
Bob’s Body Bar reflects Robert Carter’s masterful command of line, composition, and narrative clarity. Rendered with precision and quiet authority, the work elevates an everyday setting into a moment of cultural reflection and human presence. Carter’s sensitivity to detail and deep respect for the dignity of lived experience are evident throughout the composition, inviting viewers to engage with both the surface imagery and the story beneath it. This elongated format enhances the rhythm and movement of the scene, making the work a compelling addition to any serious collection.

Condition: Excellent
Authentication: Signed by the artist
Shipping: Professionally packed and shipped; shipping and handling calculated at checkout
Availability: Subject to prior sale

About the Artist

Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012) was one of the most important American sculptors and printmakers of the 20th century. Born in Washington, D.C., Catlett studied at Howard University and the University of Iowa before relocating to Mexico, where she became deeply involved with the Taller de Gráfica Popular. Her work consistently centered on social justice, Black identity, and the lived experiences of women, earning her international recognition.

Catlett’s work is included in major museum collections worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Smithsonian American Art Museum, and numerous international institutions. Her sculptures and prints remain highly sought after by collectors for their historical importance and emotional power.

Collector’s Note

Bronze sculptures by Elizabeth Catlett are especially prized for their rarity and sculptural refinement. Works of this nature are considered cornerstone acquisitions for collectors focused on African American modernism, women artists, and museum-quality figurative sculpture.