The Square Collection gets first public showing in West Baton Rouge
Graduates of Grambling State University, where they met, Lawrence and Gay Square started collecting art 40 years ago. Today, the couple’s private collection is on display at the West Baton Rouge Museum through March 24.
The Square Collection features fine art from some of America’s most distinguished artists including 20 centerpieces which are figurative sculptures by the internationally renowned sculptor Tina Allen.
The Square’s Black art collection includes paintings and prints by acclaimed artists Jacob Lawrence, Elizabeth Catlett, Ed Dwight, Charles Bibb, John T. Scott, Charles Dickson, Jim Wider, and Manuelita Brown, as well as slave shackles, rare historical documents, autographed books, and memorabilia from sports icons like Michael Jordan. Whether created in the medium of oil, pen, Lucite or bronze, these carefully selected pieces beautifully portray strength, character, beauty, and the collectors’ love of history.
When asked, “Why do you collect?” Lawrence Square’s answer is always, “I buy what I like.”
The West Baton Rouge Museum is happy to share this exhibit in its first Louisiana public showing.
Feature photo by Lucie Monk Carter. Read more at Country Roads.
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