Blue Monday Frame:Black Frame the painting was acquired by

the painting was acquired by a private collector

whether beneath the midday sun or under a blanket of stars

Frank Morrison

a legendary figure in Negro League baseball history

depicting a weary Black woman hunched over her washing basin on Monday morning

Blue Monday Frame:Black Frame the painting was acquired byAnnie Lee's "Blue Monday" was one of her most iconic works, depicting a weary Black woman hunched over her washing basin on Monday morning. The painting resonated deeply with African American audiences who recognized this scene of domestic labor, drawing from Lee's own experiences as a single mother who worked multiple jobs to support her family. The artwork's emotional authenticity and relatable subject matter helped establish Lee as a significant