Parranda
SubjectPortrait of
Olga Mele
Puerto Rican, 1917 - 2003
DateDecember 19, 1999
MediumPhotography; print on Epson brand photo paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions: 3 7/8 × 5 7/8in. (9.8 × 14.9cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Lydia Mele
DescriptionColor photograph of a group of unidentified men, women, and children participating in the Puerto Rican Christmas custom of Parranda, a traveling gathering that features traditional Puerto Rican music, food, and drinks. The group is in a living room, some are seated and others stand, and a man seated at right is playing the guitar.
Object number2017.105.18
InscribedPrinted on front lower left corner: "12 19 '99"Handwritten in black ink on reverse: "Parranda Puerto Rican custom / at Christmas going from house to house"
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