Augusta Savage: Harlem Renaissance Sculptor and Advocate for African American Artists

Augusta Savage (1892–1962) was an influential American sculptor, activist, and educator during the Harlem Renaissance. She created realistic portrayals of African Americans to counter stereotypical depictions and advocated for equal opportunities for Black artists. Savage began sculpting with local clay in Florida as a child, despite her father's religious objections. Her work Realization was produced under the Works Progress Administration's Federal Art Project. Savage's legacy includes her artistic contributions and her role as a teacher who inspired later generations.