Description:

This metal print is a dimensional and high-quality piece of art that stands the test of time while remaining easy to clean and care for. The artwork looks luminescent against the wall and the metal base means it’ll last a long time.

This women's-history month inspired Tharb Aworan portrait recognizes Nichelle Nichols, pioneer American actress, singer, and voice artist. Born Grace Dell Nichols on December 28, 1932, she is best known for her portrayal as Lt. (Nyota) Uhura in the Star Trek Original Series. Her portrayal as Star Trek's "Uhura" was one of the most groundbreaking portrayals for African American female characters in American television history. What's not widely known is that Nichols, disillusioned with Star Trek contemplated quitting, since she had the opportunity to take on other lucrative offers from Broadway. But, she was persuaded by the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who said she "could not give up" the series because she was a "vital role model for black children and young women across the country". He also told her that her presence projected hope that African Americans would play an even more prominent role in the near and distant future. She remained with Star Trek as a result and later worked with NASA to recruit more women and minority astronauts, eventually inspiring physician and eventual astronaut, Dr. Mae Jemison.

• Aluminum metal surface
• MDF Wood frame
• Can hang vertically or horizontally 1/2″ off the wall
• Scratch and fade resistant
• Fully customizable
• Blank product sourced from US

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!