#FallenThroughTheCracks - Henry Wilmer "Mike" Bannarn was born on July 17, 1910, in Wetumka, Oklahoma. During his childhood, Bannarn's family relocated to Minneapolis, where he pursued his education at what was then the Minneapolis School of Art, now known as the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
Post-World War II, in 1949, Bannarn returned to New York to further his artistic endeavors. A central figure in the Harlem Renaissance, his impact on the movement was profound. His roles were multifaceted - he served as an artist under the Federal Art Project of the Works Progress Administration and also imparted knowledge at the Harlem Community Art Center.
Bannarn's influence in the art world was not confined to his artworks; he was also a respected educator and mentor. In collaboration with Charles Alston, his contemporary and close associate, he co-managed the Alston-Bannarn Harlem Art Workshop, a pivotal element in the Harlem art landscape.
While Bannarn's reputation primarily rests on his sculptural prowess, he was also adept in painting, showcasing versatility as a figurist and character artist. A landmark moment in his career was in 1941 when he was awarded first prize for his sculptural art at the Minnesota State Fair.
His artistic versatility and dedication to portraying the lives of African Americans and soldiers have made a lasting impression on American art history. Prestigious institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts proudly display his works.
Although Bannarn's original works are rare in private collections, his enduring legacy lives on through these exclusive pieces and those exhibited in major art institutions. Henry Wilmer "Mike" Bannarn died on September 20, 1965.
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