The Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund, 2001.22.145, the Connecticut Historical Society.

Images(2)

Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. on boat

SubjectPortrait of Adam Clayton Powell Jr. (American, 1908 - 1972)

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Fredi Washington (American, 1903 - 1994)

PhotographerPhotographed by Unknown

Date1930-1950

MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 6 1/4 x 4 3/8in. (15.9 x 11.1cm) or smaller Sheet (height x width): 7 x 5in. (17.8 x 12.7cm) or smaller

ClassificationsGraphics

Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund

Object number2001.22.145

DescriptionView of Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. working on a docked boat. He wears a white polo shirt with dark pants. Another boat is visible behind Adam. A marina is visible in the far background.

Collections

Fredi Washington Collection

NotesSubject Note: The man pictured in this photograph is likely Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., husband to Fredi Washington's sister Isabel Geraldine Washington. While not identified, he is also likely pictured in 2001.22.103, .106, and .124. (Dixon 4/6/2020)

Status

Not on view