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“Crown Maker” (oil on canvas), by Taha Clayton, in his show “Historic Presence,’’ at the Hotchkiss School’s Tremaine Gallery, Lakeville, Conn., through April 5.

The gallery says:

The show “features Brooklyn-based artist Taha Clayton’s portraits inspired by the 1930s to 50s, honoring the resilience, joy, culture, and dignity of elders. The exhibition includes works in oil, charcoal and graphite, enhanced with props from the artist’s creative process. Through these intimate and powerful depictions, Clayton invites viewers to reflect on legacy, identity, and the enduring beauty found in everyday life.’’