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Woke Up This Morning, the Blues was in My Bed

Woke Up This Morning, the Blues was in My Bed

An evocative mixed-media installation artwork by Betye Saar, featuring a metal cot, glass bottles, neon, and coal.

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    “inspired by the Bessie Smith recording “Empty Bed Blues." Created by visionary artist Betye Saar, RIP (July 30, 1926 – July 26, 2026). Materials: metal cot, glass bottles, neon, and coal.”

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