Albie Booth, Football Captain

Date1931

MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 8 3/8 x 6 1/4in. (21.3 x 15.9cm) Sheet (height x width): 8 3/8 x 6 1/4in. (21.3 x 15.9cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

Credit LineGift of the Minneapolis Public Library

Object number2001.136.9

DescriptionA young man wearing a football uniform stands in a grassy field holding a football in his right hand poised for a pass. He wears a long-sleeved jersey, shoulder pads, trousers with eyelets and laces, a leather belt, and socks. The background, which includes additional men, is out of focus. The photograph has been heavily retouched with ink around the central figure.

Collections

Football in Connecticut

NotesSubject Note: Albert J. Booth, Jr., "Albie Booth," was a three-sport captain and football star at Yale from 1929 to 1931. He scored all three touchdowns in the 21-13 upset of Army in 1930.

Status

Not on view