Samuel Lane Jr., "Pimp," Transylvania, Louisiana

July 15, 2000

Deborah Luster

Associated Names
Deborah Luster

Artist, American, born 1951

The image shows a man's upper body in a frontal position. His shoulders, chest, and upper arms are visible, with his bare chest being the focal point. He has a closely shaved head, distinctive facial features with a mustache, and a serious expression. Across his upper chest, a tattoo reads "PIMP-4-DIE." The background is a plain, dark color, contrasting with the lighter tone of his skin. No additional clothing, jewelry, or objects are present, keeping the image minimalist and centered on the subject.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Julia J. Norrell, Washington, DC; gift to NGA, 2014.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

on verso, by unknown hand, incised upper right: 54; center: E.C.P.P.F. / Transylvania, / Louisiana / Samuel Lane Jr. "Pimp" / d.o.c. #113380 / d.o.b. 8.9.57 / p.o.b. New Orleans / sentence. 5 yrs. / 3 Children / future plans. work; bottom center: photo. 7.15.00; bottom right: ca/p

Wikidata ID

Q64146289

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