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Five Ways of Looking at Wifredo Lam

Contemporary thinkers and artists reflect on the work and legacy of the great Cuban artist.

Ada Ferrer, Martin Tsang, Leo R. Douglas, Damasia Lacroze, Kunbi Oni, María Magdalena Campos-Pons

Nov 18, 2025

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  • María Magdalena Campos-Pons

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