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Benedict J. Fernandez

American, 1936 - 2021

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This is a photograph of a group of individuals holding protest signs. The image is in black and white and captures a scene outdoors. Several individuals are visible holding signs that read "STOP THE BLACK RIOTS" and "WHITE POWER." Many of the individuals appear to be shirtless, and a few display tattoos. They are gathered on a paved area, possibly a sidewalk, with trees and foliage in the background. The expressions of those present vary, and there is a sense of tension as they pose for the camera.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Untitled, 1968, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.115

Untitled

Benedict J. Fernandez · 1968 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.115

The image shows a person's face with part of their upper body visible. The person is positioned behind several microphones. The facial features include a mustache and neatly combed short hair. The person is wearing a dark suit with a white shirt and a narrow black tie. No jewelry is visible, and their hands are not shown. The background is out of focus, emphasizing the subject's face and the microphones in the foreground.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Martin Luther King, Jr., New Politics Convention, Chicago, Illinois, 1968, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.114

Martin Luther King, Jr., New Politics Convention, Chicago, Illinois

Benedict J. Fernandez · 1968 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.114

The image shows a group of people with a focus on a choir on the main level. The choir members are standing in rows wearing dark robes with light-colored collars. Behind them is a platform with a man in a suit standing by a podium. Above the choir is a circular stained glass depicting a religious figure, and below it is a large cross. The setting seems to be inside a church or similar venue with a dark curtain in the background. The room has a high ceiling and rectangular vents on the wall.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Dr. King at the pulpit of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atlanta, addressing his congregation, November 1967, printed 1989, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.95.9

Dr. King at the pulpit of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atlanta, addressing his congregation

Benedict J. Fernandez · November 1967, printed 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.9

This is a photograph of two protest signs held against a white backdrop. The first sign reads "HONOR KING: END RACISM!" and the second sign reads "UNION JUSTICE NOW!". Both placards feature bold, black text on a white background. The setting appears to show an urban area with a tiled or brick pavement.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Memphis, Tennessee, April 1968, printed 1989, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.95.10

Memphis, Tennessee

Benedict J. Fernandez · April 1968, printed 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.10

This is an image of an office space with a large bookshelf filled with books, trophies, a wooden desk with paperwork and books, and various decorations on the walls.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Dr. King in his office at the Southern Christian Leadership Conference Headquarters in Atlanta, c. 1967-1968, printed 1989, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.95.2

Dr. King in his office at the Southern Christian Leadership Conference Headquarters in Atlanta

Benedict J. Fernandez · c. 1967-1968, printed 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.2

Benedict J. Fernandez, Dr. Benjamin Spock, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Monsignor Rice of Pittsburgh march in the Solidarity Day Parade at the United Nations Building, April 1967, printed 1989, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.95.6

Dr. Benjamin Spock, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Monsignor Rice of Pittsburgh march in the Solidarity Day Parade at the United Nations Building

Benedict J. Fernandez · April 1967, printed 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.6

The image shows a man's upper body, focusing on his face and shoulders. He is leaning slightly forward, turning his head to his left, with his gaze directed towards the camera. The man has a distinct facial structure with a broad nose and full lips. He has short, closely cropped hair. He is wearing a formal suit jacket with a white dress shirt underneath and a patterned tie. Another person's head is partially visible in the foreground and there are indistinct figures in the background. The photograph is black and white, with the background out of focus.
Benedict J. Fernandez, While he was surrounded by the crowd before his speech at the United Nations, April 1967, printed 1989, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.95.3

While he was surrounded by the crowd before his speech at the United Nations

Benedict J. Fernandez · April 1967, printed 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.3

The image shows a person in a suit standing behind a cluster of microphones, facing slightly to the right. They have a clean-shaven face, short, neatly combed hair, and strong facial features. The person is wearing a suit with a dress shirt and tie. In the background, an American flag is blurred.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. addresses the crowd outside the United Nations, April 1967, printed 1989, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.95.12

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. addresses the crowd outside the United Nations

Benedict J. Fernandez · April 1967, printed 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.12

The image shows a group of people gathered closely together, mostly depicted from the waist up. In the foreground, there is a man with short, closely-cropped hair wearing a striped shirt, appearing to be leaning slightly forward with his arm extended. Beside him, there is a young woman with a neat bob haircut who is wearing a buttoned coat, her expression is focused and downward-looking. Next to her, there is a young boy with short, neatly trimmed hair, wearing a similar coat and looking intently at something in front of him. A young girl can be seen peeking between the young woman and the boy, her mouth slightly open as she looks forward. In front of the group, there is an open casket, with a man's face visible, his eyes closed in repose. The background features a blurred arrangement of floral displays.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Dr. King's children view his body lying in state, Sister's Chapel, Spellman College, Atlanta, April 1968, printed 1989, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.95.11

Dr. King's children view his body lying in state, Sister's Chapel, Spellman College, Atlanta

Benedict J. Fernandez · April 1968, printed 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.11

The image depicts a close-up profile shot of a man's face, showing only his head and a portion of his neck. He is positioned with his head turned slightly upwards and to the left, gazing off into the distance. His facial features include a prominent nose and a mustache, with eyes that appear focused. The man's hair is short and tightly curled. He wears a dark jacket or coat, the collar of which is partially visible. In the background, there is another person out of focus, showing only the side of their face and a hat. The background is blurred, filled with indistinct shapes and other people who are also out of focus. The image is in black and white.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the crowd at the United Nations, April 1967, printed 1989, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.95.7

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the crowd at the United Nations

Benedict J. Fernandez · April 1967, printed 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.7