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Richard Avedon — William Casby, Born in Slavery, Algiers, Louisiana, 24 March
Richard Avedon

William Casby, Born in Slavery, Algiers, Louisiana, 24 March

A striking portrait of William Casby, an elderly man born into slavery in Louisiana, captured by Avedon's characteristic direct and unflinching photographic style. The image is a powerful documentation of American history and the human dignity of its subject.

Medium
Gelatin silver print.

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May 20, 2021

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Richard Avedon, William Casby, Born in Slavery, Algiers, Louisiana, 24 March

A striking portrait of William Casby, an elderly man born into slavery in Louisiana, captured by Avedon's characteristic direct and unflinching photographic style. The image is a powerful documentation of American history and the human dignity of its subject.

Medium
Gelatin silver print.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Louisiana, Slavery, Documentary, Identity, Avedon, History, Gelatin Silver Print, African American, Portrait, Powerful

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Nick Phoenix