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This photograph shows a statue of a person mounted on a horse on top of a tall pedestal covered in colorful graffiti and painted messages. Along with these painted words, there also seem to be words and images projected onto the statue, including "BLM" in white on the horse's side and what looks like a woman’s face projected on the base of the statue. The statue is set against a cloudy night sky with trees visible in the background, and some people are gathered around the base of the state.
Kris Graves, Breonna Taylor Projection, Richmond, Virginia, 2020, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.71.1.15

Breonna Taylor Projection, Richmond, Virginia

Kris Graves · 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2022.71.1.15

The sculpture shows a bronze statue of a figure riding on horseback on a tall pedestal. The bronze statue has a earthy patina. The stone pedestal is covered in colorful graffiti, including words and symbols in red, green, blue, and yellow. The pedestal is lit up at night, showing the dark bronze statue contrasted with the illuminated area. The letters "BLM" are projected onto the statue. People are seen near the base, giving a sense of scale. The setting is at night with artificial lighting and lush green trees in the background.
Kris Graves, Michael Brown Projection, Richmond, Virginia, 2020, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.71.1.13

Michael Brown Projection, Richmond, Virginia

Kris Graves · 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2022.71.1.13

The sculpture is a white stone column with classical design elements, possibly made of marble. It is tall and cylindrical with a square base, surrounded by smaller pillars in a circular pattern. The surface is decorated with inscriptions and graffiti in black paint. The monument is in an urban setting on a cobblestone street, with buildings in the background. The image is captured at dusk, with a transitioning sky and soft streetlight illumination.
Kris Graves, Jefferson Davis Monument #2, Richmond, Virginia, 2020, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.71.1.4

Jefferson Davis Monument #2, Richmond, Virginia

Kris Graves · 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2022.71.1.4

The sculpture features a seated man in a chair with a backdrop of sculpted figures under a large globe. It is primarily made of bronze with a greenish patina and a gray stone pedestal. There are splashes of colorful paint on the figure, with visible red, green, and yellow, as well as graffiti on the pedestal in red and black with messages like "BLM" and "FUCK FASCIS(T)." The sculpture is set among trees, blending into the natural green background.
Kris Graves, Matthew Fontaine Maury Monument, Richmond, Virginia, 2020, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.71.1.5

Matthew Fontaine Maury Monument, Richmond, Virginia

Kris Graves · 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2022.71.1.5

The sculpture shows a bronze figure of a man riding a horse on a large pedestal. The sculpture is dark brown, and the pedestal is light-colored stone or concrete with graffiti and painted messages, including "BLM" on the horse. The surrounding area is colorful with various texts, suggesting recent social expressions or protests. The sculpture stands against the night sky with scattered clouds, and ambient lights illuminate the area, casting shadows on the graffiti-covered base.
Kris Graves, Trayvon Martin Projection, Richmond, Virginia, 2020, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.71.1.11

Trayvon Martin Projection, Richmond, Virginia

Kris Graves · 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2022.71.1.11

The sculpture features a historical figure mounted on a horse, positioned atop a large pedestal. The statue is mostly dark in color, likely made of metal, with the letters "BLM" painted on the side of the horse. The pedestal below the statue is made of stone and is extensively covered with graffiti and artwork in various colors. The sculpture is illuminated by artificial light against a night sky with clouds. It appears large and dominating in the space, with individuals interacting with and observing it from the ground.
Kris Graves, Deborah Danner Projection, Richmond, Virginia, 2020, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.71.1.10

Deborah Danner Projection, Richmond, Virginia

Kris Graves · 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2022.71.1.10

The sculpture is an equestrian statue depicting a figure mounted on horseback. The statue is made of a dark material, likely bronze, with "BLM" painted in large white letters on the side of the horse. The base of the statue is a large stone pedestal, heavily marked with multicolored graffiti. The pedestal is made of a lighter stone, possibly granite or marble. Surrounding the sculpture are trees and open grass areas, with various signs and items placed around the base. The sky above is grayish with some clouds.
Kris Graves, Christopher Deandre Mitchell Projection, Richmond, Virginia, 2020, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.71.1.14

Christopher Deandre Mitchell Projection, Richmond, Virginia

Kris Graves · 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2022.71.1.14

The sculpture features a person sitting on a horse, possibly a historical or military figure. It is made of dark metal, likely bronze, with red paint splattered on parts of the statue, especially the horse's legs. The sculpture stands on a stone pedestal covered in graffiti in colors such as red, white, orange, and yellow. The graffiti covers various words and symbols, some of which have been painted over the original inscriptions. The sculpture is situated outdoors near a stone building and trees, indicating an urban setting like a park or public square.
Kris Graves, Jeb Stuart Monument, Richmond, Virginia, 2020, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.71.1.9

Jeb Stuart Monument, Richmond, Virginia

Kris Graves · 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2022.71.1.9

This is a photograph of a structure covered in colorful graffiti. The image depicts the base and columns of a stone monument or structure that is heavily adorned with an array of graffiti. The graffiti is composed of various phrases and expressions in multiple colors, overlapping and intertwining with one another. The chaotic mixture of spray-painted words and symbols covers the entire visible surface of the stone steps and columns, creating a vibrant mosaic of street art. The graffiti includes a mix of political statements, slogans, and random text, with the words "BLM" prominently shown in several areas. The use of bright colors such as red, yellow, blue, orange, and green, against the pale stone background highlights the vivid nature of the artwork.
Kris Graves, Lee Square, Richmond, Virginia, 2020, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.71.1.2

Lee Square, Richmond, Virginia

Kris Graves · 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2022.71.1.2

The sculpture depicts a person on horseback, made from a dark metal material and mounted on a stone pedestal. The base is covered in colorful graffiti. The scene is at night with city lighting illuminating the sky and clouds. The pedestal contrasts with the horse and rider. The monument is set in an urban area with trees, people nearby, and the word "BLM" projected in white on the horse.
Kris Graves, Oscar Grant Projection, Richmond, Virginia, 2020, inkjet print, Charina Endowment Fund, 2022.71.1.16

Oscar Grant Projection, Richmond, Virginia

Kris Graves · 2020 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2022.71.1.16