Newsman Being Frisked at Muslim Rally in Chicago

1963, printed 1997

Gordon Parks

Associated Names
Gordon Parks

Artist, American, 1912 - 2006

The image shows two individuals in an interactive pose. One person has their back turned to the viewer, wearing a long coat, while the other person facing the viewer is assisting or embracing them. The setting appears to be indoors with dim lighting and shadows on the ground. The black and white photograph emphasizes the contrast and textures of the clothing, adding a dramatic effect. The slightly blurred effect captures a moment of everyday activity in a candid and dynamic manner, showcasing cooperation between the subjects.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Gordon Parks, New York; gift to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 1998; acquired by NGA, 2016.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

1997

  • Half Past Autumn: The Art of Gordon Parks, Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, September 10, 1997 – January 11, 1998

Inscriptions

on verso, by Corcoran Gallery of Art, bottom right corner in graphite: CGA#159

Wikidata ID

Q64154559

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