Gwendolyn Bennett

Shop 3 artworks by Gwendolyn Bennett (American, 1902–1981) — every piece is public domain and can be printed as canvas, rolled canvas, framed canvas or a framed print.

Gwendolyn B. Bennett was an American artist, writer, and journalist who contributed to Opportunity: A Journal of Negro Life, which chronicled cultural advancements during the Harlem Renaissance. Though often overlooked, she herself made considerable accomplishments in art, poetry, and prose. She is perhaps best known for her short story "Wedding Day", which was published in the magazine Fire!! and explores how gender, race, and class dynamics shape an interracial relationship. Bennett was a dedicated and self-preserving woman, known for being a strong influencer of African-American women's rights during the Harlem Renaissance. Throughout her dedication and perseverance, Bennett raised the bar when it came to women's literature and education. One of her contributions to the Harlem Renaissance was her short novel Poets Evening; it helped the understanding within the African-American communities, resulting in many African Americans coming to terms with identifying and accepting themselves.

Biography adapted from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).

At a glance

Most of Gwendolyn Bennett's work on the site falls under Illustration (3).

By movement, it's catalogued as Art Deco (3).

Culture: American (3).

By orientation: 3 portrait.

Dated work in this group ranges from 1926 to 1930.

Other American artists of the period

Artists from the same country and generation, also in the archive:

• Charles Dana Gibson — 1,164 artworks
• Udo Keppler — 629 artworks
• George Wesley Bellows — 401 artworks
• Louis Dalrymple — 232 artworks
• Louis Glackens — 197 artworks
• Arthur Bowen Davies — 142 artworks
• Alfred Stieglitz — 122 artworks
• William James Glackens — 118 artworks

Prints of these artworks

Prints of any artwork on this page are made to order at the production partner closest to you, starting from $21.99 including shipping, in Canvas, Rolled Canvas, Framed Canvas or Framed Print.

Sizes and framing

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Framed Canvas and Framed Print orders are available in 8 frame colours (Black, White, Natural, Gold, Walnut, Silver, Dark Grey, Light Grey); Canvas and Rolled Canvas have no frame and no glass.

Frequently asked questions

How many Gwendolyn Bennett artworks does Archive Lane have?

3 public-domain artworks by Gwendolyn Bennett are catalogued on Archive Lane, each available as a free preview, a digital download, or a made-to-order print.

What nationality was Gwendolyn Bennett?

Gwendolyn Bennett is catalogued as American (born 1902, died 1981).

Can I download these as digital files?

Yes, every artwork can be previewed for free and downloaded as the original high-resolution file with a one-off purchase or a membership.

Can these be printed and framed?

Yes, any artwork here can be ordered as a Canvas, Rolled Canvas, Framed Canvas or Framed Print, made to order and shipped locally.

Is this art really public domain?

Yes. Every artwork on Archive Lane is in the public domain, meaning the original copyright has expired, so it can be reproduced and sold as a print without a licence from the artist's estate.

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