"I was practically driven to Rome in order to obtain the opportunities for art-culture, and to find a social atmosphere where I was not constantly reminded of my color. The land of liberty had no room for a colored sculptor."
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On studying in Europe (as quoted in the book Improper Bostonians: Lesbian and gay history from the Puritans to Playland)
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Edmonia Lewis
Edmonia Lewis (c. July 4, 1844 – September 17, 1907) was an American sculptor.
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