Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Darkytown Rebellion is a 2001 artwork by Kara Walker that explores themes of race, power, and history. It consists of large-scale cut-paper silhouettes depicting scenes from the antebellum South.
Related terms
Silhouette: A dark outline or shape of an object or figure against a lighter background.
Antebellum South: Refers to the period before the American Civil War when slavery was legal in the southern United States.
Racism: The belief that some races are inherently superior or inferior to others, leading to discrimination and prejudice based on race.