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Richard Avedon — 'William Casby, Algiers, Louisiana, Born in Slavery, 3.24.63'

'William Casby, Algiers, Louisiana, Born in Slavery, 3.24.63'

Richard Avedon's powerful portrait of William Casby, a man born into slavery, taken in 1963, confronts viewers with direct humanity and historical significance. The photograph is a landmark work in Avedon's exploration of American identity and social history.

Spotted At: Auction House · Sotheby's

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Pier 24 Photography from the Pilara Family Foundation Sold to Benefit Charitable Organizations Evening Sale

May 1, 2023

Estimate: $30,000 – $50,000

Lot 39

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Richard Avedon, 'William Casby, Algiers, Louisiana, Born in Slavery, 3.24.63'

Richard Avedon's powerful portrait of William Casby, a man born into slavery, taken in 1963, confronts viewers with direct humanity and historical significance. The photograph is a landmark work in Avedon's exploration of American identity and social history.

Seen at: Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

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Slavery, Richard Avedon, Civil Rights, Identity, Humanitarian, Portrait, American History, Powerful, Social Documentary, 1960s

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