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John Cohen

American, 1932 - 2019

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The image features an individual seated, with their upper body visible. The person is holding one hand to their head and the other hand holding a cigarette close to their mouth. They have curly hair and a relaxed facial expression. The person is wearing a long-sleeved shirt with rolled-up sleeves. The backdrop includes a lightly textured wall with cracks and a wooden floor molding at the bottom.
John Cohen, Bob Dylan in My Loft on 3rd Avenue, New York, 1962, printed 1995, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of John Cohen in honor of Dio & Gabel Cramer), 2015.19.4958

Bob Dylan in My Loft on 3rd Avenue, New York

John Cohen · 1962, printed 1995 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4958

The image shows a man playing the violin in a wooden room. He has short, neatly combed hair and is wearing a light-colored shirt and overalls. There is a child to the left of him, looking at the camera. In the background, there is a sideboard with various household items, including a ceramic vase with flowers. The room is warmly lit, with wooden walls and a visible ceiling.
John Cohen, Farmer Playing Fiddle, North Georgia, 1961, printed 1997, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the artist), 2015.19.4582

Farmer Playing Fiddle, North Georgia

John Cohen · 1961, printed 1997 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4582

The image shows two individuals performing close to a microphone. The photograph is in black and white, focusing on their expressive faces showing strong emotions. The composition is tight on their faces, emphasizing the emotions with high contrast lighting. The shallow depth of field keeps the focus on the subjects' faces, with the background blurred.
John Cohen, Gospel Singers, Harlem, 1954, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the artist), 2015.19.4580

Gospel Singers, Harlem

John Cohen · 1954 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4580

The image shows a group of people standing in an outdoor space. The central focus is on two children wearing hats who appear to be dancing. Surrounding them are other individuals, some playing musical instruments, including guitars. The ground is dirt, indicating an outdoor setting. The clothing and style suggest a rural or traditional setting.
John Cohen, Kids Dancing the Huayno, Sacsamarca, Peru, 1964, printed 1997, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of the artist), 2015.19.4581

Kids Dancing the Huayno, Sacsamarca, Peru

John Cohen · 1964, printed 1997 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4581

The image displays three men. The seated man in front holds a banjo and looks at the camera. He has short, dark hair, wears a dark suit with a tie. Behind him, a man plays a violin and another holds a guitar. The man with the violin has short hair and a suit. The man with the guitar has curly hair and also wears a suit. The background shows a brick wall with a rough texture and the ground has leaves scattered on concrete.
Robert Frank, New Lost City Ramblers, 1958-1959, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Cohen, 1996.140.5

New Lost City Ramblers

Robert Frank · 1958-1959 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1996.140.5

The image depicts a man holding a violin and bow in front of a brick wall with a tree and foliage.
Robert Frank, Mike Seeger, 1958-1959, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Cohen, 1996.140.2

Mike Seeger

Robert Frank · 1958-1959 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1996.140.2

The image depicts the upper half of a man standing upright. His face is visible, showing a clean-shaven face, straight nose, and focused expression. His hair is dark with a slight wave, styled back from the forehead. He wears a light-colored shirt with a collar, buttoned but without a tie. He holds a violin, with his left hand on the neck and his right hand on the body. The background shows a brick wall, a tree trunk, and foliage, suggesting an outdoor setting.
Robert Frank, Mike Seeger, 1958-1959, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Cohen, 1996.140.3

Mike Seeger

Robert Frank · 1958-1959 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1996.140.3

This is a black and white photograph of the front part of a luxury car. The image focuses on the front fender, headlight, and hood ornament of the vehicle. Reflections of lights create patterns on the metal surfaces, emphasizing chrome detailing. The composition is tightly cropped, highlighting the smooth curves and shine of the car's metal parts.
Robert Frank, Headlight, c. 1958-1960, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Cohen, 1996.140.1

Headlight

Robert Frank · c. 1958-1960 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1996.140.1

There are three men standing against a brick wall. The man on the left is playing a violin, the man in the middle is playing an acoustic guitar, and the man on the right is playing a banjo.
Robert Frank, New Lost City Ramblers, 1958-1959, gelatin silver print, Gift of John Cohen, 1996.140.4

New Lost City Ramblers

Robert Frank · 1958-1959 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1996.140.4

The image is a contact sheet showing multiple small black and white photographs of a group of four men. The men's upper bodies are visible in the majority of the frames, with some images capturing them from the waist up while others have close-up shots of their faces. The men are generally standing or sitting closely together, with instruments in hand. Their facial features include strong jawlines and distinct cheekbones, and they have hairstyles typical of the period the photograph represents, with neatly styled short hair. They are dressed in similar clothing, wearing white shirts with vests or jackets, conveying a cohesive look, and they are holding string instruments. The background in many of the photographs reveals a brick wall or an urban setting, highlighting details like building facades and windows, indicating the photos were taken outdoors.
Robert Frank, New Lost City Ramblers 5, 1958-1959, contact sheet, Gift of John Cohen, 1996.140.12

New Lost City Ramblers 5

Robert Frank · 1958-1959 · contact sheet ·  Accession ID  1996.140.12