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Malkia Roberts

1927–2004

United States

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Lucille Elizabeth Davis "Malkia" Roberts (1917–2004) was an American painter and educator known for her African-inspired themes and long career in Washington, D.C. A graduate of Howard University and the University of Michigan, she taught in D.C. public schools for decades. Roberts also held academic positions at several universities, including Howard. Influenced by her travels to Africa and studies in sociology, Roberts blended intellectual themes with vibrant artistic expression.

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