Leonard Freed

American, 1929 - 2006

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The image shows a group of men in a medium shot, as their upper bodies are visible. They are positioned in a line, closely standing shoulder to shoulder, some with their arms linked or hands placed on each other's shoulders. The men have distinct facial features and are wearing traditional hats and formal attire, including suits and ties. Their hair is mostly hidden under their hats. The background is plain, suggesting an indoor setting without distinct decorative elements. No specific jewelry is visible, and the lighting casts soft shadows, enhancing the group's cohesion.
Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos, Hasidic Wedding, New York, 1954, printed later, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Betsy Karel), 2015.19.5219

Hasidic Wedding, New York

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos · 1954, printed later · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.5219

The image shows two children sitting inside a New York City police car with the door open. The child in the driver's seat is wearing a police hat and leaning their arm on the open door while looking towards the camera. They have short, dark hair and are dressed in a light-patterned, sleeveless top. The child in the back seat is looking upwards, with lips slightly parted. Their hair is pulled back, and they wear a light jacket. The exterior of the car displays the emblem of the New York City Police Department. In the background, a person's legs and lower torso are visible standing next to the car on a city street with concrete pavement.
Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos, On a warm July day neighborhood children play in a patrol car, New York City, 1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Brigitte Freed, 2017.166.17

On a warm July day neighborhood children play in a patrol car, New York City

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos · 1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.166.17

The image shows two women and a stroller with a baby on a staircase, along with a man lying on the ground. The women are partly visible from the back as they go up the stairs; one is wearing a sleeveless top tucked into jeans, while the other is ahead, wearing short-sleeved clothes. The stroller has a baby looking up. A man is lying on the ground in the foreground, fully visible, wearing sunglasses, a striped shirt, and dark pants with an object on his chest. The staircase leads to a building entrance with detailed moldings on the walls and iron railings, alongside a textured brick wall.
Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos, The man lay unconscious. Someone had placed a note on his chest, suggesting the police be called, New York City, 1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Brigitte Freed, 2017.166.31

The man lay unconscious. Someone had placed a note on his chest, suggesting the police be called, New York City

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos · 1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.166.31

This is a black and white photograph of multiple uniformed individuals. They are shown engaged in a struggle, with serious expressions. The scene appears crowded and tense, with the lighting emphasizing the intensity of the moment. Uniforms and equipment are prominently featured.
Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos, A demonstrator refused to stop blocking traffic. The police removed him bodily, New York City, 1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Brigitte Freed, 2017.166.24

A demonstrator refused to stop blocking traffic. The police removed him bodily, New York City

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos · 1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.166.24

The image shows four people standing next to and leaning on a small motorboat, which is sitting on a trailer in a driveway. All four people are visible from the waist up. Starting from the left, a woman with short hair is wearing a light-colored short-sleeved shirt. Next to her is a young boy with short hair, wearing a crew-neck shirt. Beside the boy, a man is standing with his arm resting on the boat, wearing a short-sleeved t-shirt, jeans, and a cap with a striped pattern. The final person on the right is a woman with short hair, who is also leaning on the boat, wearing a sleeveless top and holding a fishing rod. The boat is a light color with a Johnson outboard motor attached at the back, and there are several fishing rods and gear visible inside. The background includes trees and bushes, with a house and part of the driveway visible, alongside a classic car parked in the distance on the left side of the image.
Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos, A police officer and family pose in their fishing boat, parked in their yard, Long Island, New York, 1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Brigitte Freed, 2017.166.18

A police officer and family pose in their fishing boat, parked in their yard, Long Island, New York

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos · 1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.166.18

The image shows a family of four in an above-ground swimming pool. Two young children are in an inflatable raft on the water. A man is standing in the water, wearing swim trunks and goggles. A woman is seated in a poolside lounge chair partially submerged in the water, wearing a swimsuit with short curly hair, a necklace, and holding a drinking glass. The background features a suburban backyard with a house, patio furniture, and greenery.
Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos, Police officer with family, Long Island, New York, 1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Brigitte Freed, 2017.166.28

Police officer with family, Long Island, New York

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos · 1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.166.28

The image shows a seated couple in what appears to be a church. Both individuals are visible from the waist up. The woman, wearing a wedding dress with a veil and glasses, is adjusting the man's bow tie. She holds a bouquet of flowers in her lap. The man is wearing a dark suit with a ruffled shirt and a boutonnière on his left lapel. He has short hair and a mustache. The interior features rows of empty pews leading up to a double-door entrance, with brick-lined walls suggesting traditional church architecture.
Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos, Police officer and bride at their wedding, Long Island, New York, 1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Brigitte Freed, 2017.166.21

Police officer and bride at their wedding, Long Island, New York

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos · 1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.166.21

This is a black and white photograph of a protest scene in front of a police precinct. The image shows a moment outside the 10th Precinct, as seen from the sign above the entrance. In the foreground, a large handmade banner displays "CHELSEA UNITED AGAINST POLICE BRUTALITY." The banner is held up by two individuals behind police barricades marked with "POLICE LINE" and "DO NOT CROSS." The setting appears urban, and the building's architectural features suggest a governmental or institutional location. The photograph conveys activism and social consciousness, indicating a community organized in response to issues related to police conduct.
Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos, A community group accuses a precinct of maltreating a suspect, New York City, 1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Brigitte Freed, 2017.166.30

A community group accuses a precinct of maltreating a suspect, New York City

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos · 1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.166.30

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos, A "shooting gallery" raid, New York City, 1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Brigitte Freed, 2017.166.19

A "shooting gallery" raid, New York City

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos · 1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.166.19

This is a photograph of a group of men in a room with office-like surroundings. The room features a bulletin board on the back wall filled with various pieces of paper and documents. There is a desk in the foreground with more paperwork. The individuals are dressed in a variety of styles from professional suits to more casual shirts. The lighting and black-and-white aesthetic evoke a timeless quality to the scene.
Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos, The 9th Precinct Investigation Unit with Lieutenant Edward Manet. This is the police station used in the TV show "Kojak," New York City, 1978, gelatin silver print, Gift of Brigitte Freed, 2017.166.27

The 9th Precinct Investigation Unit with Lieutenant Edward Manet. This is the police station used in the TV show "Kojak," New York City

Leonard Freed, Magnum Photos · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2017.166.27