Hampton, James, 1909-1964

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Visionary, self-taught artist of Washington D.C. Created THE THRONE OF THE THIRD HEAVEN OF THE NATION'S MILLENIUM GENERAL ASSEMBLY, an assemblage of second hand furniture, light bulbs and other assorted household objects.

From the description of James Hampton writings, [ca. 1950-1964]. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 83865448

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Washington (D.C.)
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African American artists
Self-taught artists
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Birth 1909-04-08

Death 1964-11-04

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