The United States Department of State is exploring the potential sale of an artwork by Kehinde Wiley that was recently removed from the U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic. The decision follows actions taken by officials associated with the Donald Trump administration regarding the piece, which has been characterized in reports as 'woke.'
The removal and proposed divestment of the painting highlight ongoing discussions regarding the curation of art within U.S. diplomatic facilities. The department is currently evaluating the future of the work as it departs from its previous placement in the embassy.
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