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Muhammad Ali--Oscar Bonavena Press Conference, New York City

1970, printed 1983

Garry Winogrand

Associated Names

Garry Winogrand

Artist, American, 1928 - 1984

Thomas Consilvio

Printer, American

This is a photograph of a press meeting with microphones and cameras. The photograph captures numerous microphones aimed towards a central figure surrounded by individuals holding cameras and recording devices. The individuals present have a mix of focused and cheerful expressions. In the background, several people are standing and observing. The composition suggests an energetic atmosphere of a media frenzy or press conference.

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Artwork overview

Medium

gelatin silver print
Credit Line

Patrons' Permanent Fund
Dimensions

image: 31.2 x 47 cm (12 5/16 x 18 1/2 in.)
sheet: 40.6 x 50.5 cm (16 x 19 7/8 in.)
Accession Number

2001.67.242
Series Title

15 Big Shots

The image shows a man from behind standing at a podium with one arm raised. He has neatly combed wavy hair and is wearing a dark suit jacket. A microphone is in front of him on the podium. A vintage television set shows his frontal image, displaying his face and hand gestures. The background is blurred, indicating a professional and formal setting with people and equipment visible. — John F. Kennedy, Democratic National Convention, Los Angeles

Garry Winogrand, Thomas Consilvio

1960

15 Big Shots

Garry Winogrand, Thomas Consilvio

1983

Marilyn Monroe, "Seven Year Itch" Set, New York City

Garry Winogrand

1955

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Joshua P. Smith, Washington, DC; NGA purchase, 2001.

Associated Names

Smith, Joshua P.

Bibliography

1988

Winogrand: Figments from the Real World. Exh. cat. The Museum of Modern Art. New York, 1988, 159.

Inscriptions

lower left verso in graphite: Garry Winogrand 16/100

Wikidata ID

Q64154141

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