Aspects of Negro Life

In our discussion of the Harlem Renaissance, I really enjoyed our discussion of the painting "Aspects of Negro Life." The Statue of Liberty in the center of the painting represents freedom being the central focus and the idea of the American Dream. However, it looks as if someone slashed through the painting as to represent the brokenness of the American Dream and that it is not as easily attainable as some may think. The gear represents progress towards moving forward, but at the same time that cycle can carry you back down.  I think the painting is a perfect depiction of the sign of the times.