First Doctor, Y. B.
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First Doctor, Y. B.
Artwork Details
Artist/Maker
Sam Doyle
American, 1906–1985
American, 1906–1985
Date
1970–1980
Medium
Paint on roofing tin
Accession #
1997.63
Dimensions
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Location
Currently Not on View
Description
This portrait of Dr. York Bailey is part of Sam Doyle’s First Blacks series, which commemorates the achievements of African Americans in his home community of St. Helena Island, South Carolina. Doyle displayed the paintings in his yard so his neighbors could view their shared history. Dr. Bailey returned to St. Helena after earning his medical degree in Washington, DC. He served the community as the doctor and also as the deacon, treasurer, and advisor for Brick Baptist Church.