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Benedict J. Fernandez

American, 1936 - 2021

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Benedict J. Fernandez, Countdown to Eternity: Photographs of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in the1960s, c. 1967-1968, printed 1989, porfolio of 12 gelatin silver prints, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl, 1992), 2016.22.95.1-12

Countdown to Eternity: Photographs of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in the1960s

Benedict J. Fernandez · c. 1967-1968, printed 1989 · porfolio of 12 gelatin silver prints ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.1-12

This is a photograph of a large indoor gathering focused on a stage. The venue is crowded with attendees facing the stage, which is equipped with microphones and electronic equipment. A banner on the stage reads "NEW POLITICS IN 68 AND BEYOND" alongside an American flag. There are cameras and technical personnel present, and the image is in black and white, highlighting the audience's attention towards the stage.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Dr. King addresses the New Politics Convention at the Chicago Coliseum, October 1967, printed 1989, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.95.8

Dr. King addresses the New Politics Convention at the Chicago Coliseum

Benedict J. Fernandez · October 1967, printed 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.8

The image depicts a dining room scene with people seated around a table. The dining table is covered with a white tablecloth and set with dishes and glasses. A man in a dark suit and tie sits at the head of the table, with a woman across from him. Other individuals, including a woman with medium-length hair and a child drinking from a cup, are seen around the table. The background includes a china cabinet filled with dishes, curtains framing a window, and diffused light entering the room.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Dr. King enjoys lunch with his family after church in Atlanta, c. 1967-1968, printed 1989, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eastman Kodak Company and Michael S. Engl), 2016.22.95.5

Dr. King enjoys lunch with his family after church in Atlanta

Benedict J. Fernandez · c. 1967-1968, printed 1989 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.95.5

The image shows a person's upper body with arms raised and hands clasped behind their head, covered in soap lather. The person is turned partially away from the camera and is wearing a wristband or watch on their left wrist. In the background, there is a body of water, people in casual summer clothing near the water's edge, trees, and a sky with clouds.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Washington Monument Reflecting Pool, Members of Resurrection City Bathing, July 1968, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Michael S. Engl, 1995), 2016.22.110

Washington Monument Reflecting Pool, Members of Resurrection City Bathing

Benedict J. Fernandez · July 1968 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.110

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 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

The image shows a man standing on a sidewalk beside a makeshift vendor stand. He is holding a stack of portraits, prominently featuring John F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr. The man is wearing a dark pinstripe suit, a white shirt, and a tie, along with a dark fedora. Several pins are visible on his suit. The vendor stand is filled with various buttons and more images, primarily of political figures. Behind him is a bustling urban street scene with parked cars, large buildings, and bare trees.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Vendor in New York City, April 1968, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Michael S. Engl, 1995), 2016.22.109

Vendor in New York City

Benedict J. Fernandez · April 1968 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.109

The image shows a man standing behind a podium. He is facing forward with a slightly upward gaze. His facial features include a medium complexion, short curly hair, and a mustache. He is wearing a dark-colored jacket over a collared shirt, and a piece of jewelry is visible around his neck. The podium in front of him holds several microphones, with cables running from the equipment. The background is out of focus, and another person is partially visible behind him on the left.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Solidarity Day, Washington, D.C., Jesse Jackson, Mayor, Resurrection City, June 1968, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Michael S. Engl, 1995), 2016.22.107

Solidarity Day, Washington, D.C., Jesse Jackson, Mayor, Resurrection City

Benedict J. Fernandez · June 1968 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.107

Benedict J. Fernandez, Memorial to Martin Luther King, Jr., Central Park, New York, April 1968, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Michael S. Engl, 1995), 2016.22.112

Memorial to Martin Luther King, Jr., Central Park, New York

Benedict J. Fernandez · April 1968 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.112

This black-and-white photograph captures a man with dark skin standing on a sidewalk, facing the camera. He is seen from the waist up, wearing a suit with a white dress shirt and dark tie. The background features a brick building with arched windows and a sign that with the letters "S.C.L.C.", below which are the names "Martin Luther King Jr. ", "Ralph D. Abernathy", and "Andrew J. Young". We see the back of another person walking on the left side of the sidewalk, away from us. Farther down the street there are more signs and windows, including signs mentioning an Atlanta Waters Club and a "No Parking" rule. On the left edge of the image are the edges of some parked cars, and a distant cityscape with tall buildings under a clear sky.
Benedict J. Fernandez, Martin Luther King, Southern Christian Leadership Conference Headquarters, Atlanta, Georgia, February 1968, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Michael S. Engl, 1995), 2016.22.111

Martin Luther King, Southern Christian Leadership Conference Headquarters, Atlanta, Georgia

Benedict J. Fernandez · February 1968 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2016.22.111