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Great article on contemporary drawings of the rebels aboard the Amistad, by Kate McMahon. I had the pleasure of seeing the "In Slavery's Wake" exhibition currently on at the NMAAHC, which features these drawings. Great exhibit! Amazing drawings! theconversation.com/rare-portrai...
Feb 3, 2025, 6:16 PM
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