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
Sheet (height x width): 7 x 5in. (17.8 x 12.7cm) or smaller
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
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.
Object number2001.22.145
MarkingsStamped in black ink at top right corner of photograph's verso: "717".InscribedAccession number 2001.22.145 is inscribed on verso, lower right.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)Subject Terms
Collections
- Fredi Washington Collection
On View
Not on view
Benjamin Adams
