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Aaron Douglas Illustrates 'God's Trombones' and Paints First Mural

In 1927, Aaron Douglas created the illustrations for James Weldon Johnson's 'God's Trombones' and painted his first mural at Club Ebony depicting Harlem nightlife. These works cemented his distinctive style blending African motifs, Art Deco geometry, and social commentary.