Milton Rogovin

Rogovin, Milton

American, 1909 - 2011

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Three individuals are present in the image, two standing and one seated, in a living room setting. The seated individual is a woman shown from the knees up. She is positioned in the center, sitting in a chair with her hands resting on her knees. She has short, curly hair and wears a light-colored sweater with a darker band across the chest and a knee-length dark skirt. To her left stands a man dressed in a textured, patterned jacket, a bow tie, a patterned shirt underneath, and dark trousers. To her right, another man stands wearing a light cardigan over a light-colored top and jeans. The room is filled with large leafy plants, and a Christmas tree is visible behind the seated woman. A floral wallpaper adds texture to the background, and lamps and sofa armrests can be seen on both sides of the image.
Milton Rogovin, Doris McKinney with Her Two Sons, Republic Steel, 1987, gelatin silver print, Gift of Pierre Cremieux and Denise Jarvinen, 2010.138.34

Doris McKinney with Her Two Sons, Republic Steel

Milton Rogovin · 1987 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2010.138.34

The image shows an adult man and a child, with their upper bodies prominently visible. The man is standing in the center with his right hand on his hip, slightly leaning to his left, where the child is hugging him around the waist. The man is smiling, with short, dark, wavy hair combed back. He is wearing a dark long-sleeve shirt with a pocket, from which a piece of paper protrudes, along with plaid trousers. The child has straight, medium-length dark hair and wears a light-colored t-shirt and matching pants. In the background, there is a tapestry or wall hanging depicting two peacocks near a scenic backdrop of trees and architecture. The setting includes a decorative display shelf covered with a lace doily, featuring framed items, floral arrangements, and dolls. One frame has a sign in both Spanish and English stating, "NO FUME, NO SMOKING." A vintage portable radio and an ornate doll in a full lace dress are also visible on the shelf. The wall in the background appears wooden with vertical lines.
Milton Rogovin, Pedro, Atlas Steel Casting, 1978–1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Pierre Cremieux and Denise Jarvinen, 2010.138.18

Pedro, Atlas Steel Casting

Milton Rogovin · 1978–1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2010.138.18

The image shows a person standing on a metal platform, holding a long tool with both hands. They have a hard hat, goggles, a jacket, pants, boots, and gloves for safety. The background suggests an industrial setting with metal structures.
Milton Rogovin, Doris McKinney, Republic Steel, 1978–1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Pierre Cremieux and Denise Jarvinen, 2010.138.32

Doris McKinney, Republic Steel

Milton Rogovin · 1978–1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2010.138.32

The image shows three people standing close together. On the left, a person stands with one arm around the middle person's shoulder, holding a dog in the other arm. The person is dressed in a patterned shirt and dark pants. The middle person, wearing a solid-colored dress, is positioned between the two others, smiling at the camera. The person on the right has short hair and is dressed in a striped top and dark pants. They all have short hair. They are standing in front of a patterned wallpaper and a decorated shelf filled with various items, including plants and trinkets. In the background, there is a fireplace and more shelves adorned with personal items, creating a homely setting.
Milton Rogovin, Doris McKinney at Home, Republic Steel, 1978, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. J. Patrick and Patricia A. Kennedy, 2011.145.56

Doris McKinney at Home, Republic Steel

Milton Rogovin · 1978 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.145.56

The image depicts a man holding a power tool in an industrial setting. He is wearing protective gear and gloves, a hard hat, and a collared shirt. The background shows a brick wall with chalk writing, including the number "3" and various industrial pipes and fixtures.
Milton Rogovin, Pedro, Atlas Steel Casting, 1978–1979, gelatin silver print, Gift of Pierre Cremieux and Denise Jarvinen, 2010.138.17

Pedro, Atlas Steel Casting

Milton Rogovin · 1978–1979 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2010.138.17

The photograph shows a man standing outdoors in front of a house. He is standing upright with his arms by his sides. His facial features are visible and include a clean face with a faint shadow of facial hair. He is wearing a beanie hat with the words "Newport" on it, and his hair is mostly covered. He is dressed in a work jacket, plaid shirt, and denim jeans with scuffs and a tear on one knee. He is wearing scuffed work shoes and a ring on one finger, not holding any objects. The setting includes wooden stairs covered with snow, a decorative pot, other pots, and a mailbox by the house's entrance. The house has light-colored siding, a small canopy above the door, suggesting a cold, winter day.
Milton Rogovin, Jimmy Webster, 2002, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. J. Patrick and Patricia A. Kennedy, 2011.145.53

Jimmy Webster

Milton Rogovin · 2002 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.145.53

The image shows two individuals in a full-body shot. One individual is a boy with short, curly hair, standing with his arms folded and leaning slightly towards the seated man. The boy wears a t-shirt, dark jeans, and socks. The man has a shaved head and a mustache, seated on a porch. He wears a long-sleeved t-shirt, baggy jeans, and sandals. In the background are exterior house siding, a sign reading "Se Vende Limbel," and part of a railing. The setting seems to be a front porch with a worn cement threshold visible beneath them.
Milton Rogovin, Robert “Chino” Montalvo and Son, 2002, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. J. Patrick and Patricia A. Kennedy, 2011.145.40

Robert “Chino” Montalvo and Son

Milton Rogovin · 2002 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.145.40

The image shows a group of people standing closely together in front of a wooden-paneled wall. An elderly man sits in the center, holding a guitar on his lap, accompanied by a young child who is also interacting with the guitar. Surrounding them are several individuals, mostly women and children, with various hairstyles and casual clothing. Additional details include a framed family portrait on the wall behind them and a decorative wall plate to the right.
Milton Rogovin, Untitled, 2002, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. J. Patrick and Patricia A. Kennedy, 2011.145.37

Untitled

Milton Rogovin · 2002 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.145.37

The image shows a middle-aged man from the waist up, leaning against a wall with his left arm resting on a chair. He is facing the camera directly, with a neutral expression. He has a dark complexion and his facial features include a wide nose, slightly parted lips, and a small gap between his front teeth. He is wearing a cap with the words "Pee Wee Producer" on it, and his hair is mostly hidden under the cap. His clothing includes a patterned sweater under a textured blazer and stonewashed jeans. There is a name badge clipped to his blazer's pocket. Behind him, a jacket with the words "Pee Wee's Alcohol" is hung on a peg attached to the wall. The background also includes a clock mounted on a plaque that reads "JESSE ARBACHAN AWARD" and posters or pictures peeking from behind a dark curtain.
Milton Rogovin, Samuel P. “Pee Wee” West, 2002, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. J. Patrick and Patricia A. Kennedy, 2011.145.33

Samuel P. “Pee Wee” West

Milton Rogovin · 2002 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.145.33

The image shows a man standing on a sidewalk in front of a set of steps leading to a wooden house. He is in an upright position with his legs apart and hands resting on his hips. The man has short, neatly styled hair and distinct facial features, including a slight smile. He is shirtless, wearing a pair of shorts with a tool belt draped around his waist, holding various items such as a hammer and other tools. He is also wearing hiking boots and knee-high socks. In the background, the house's entrance displays a number "60" next to the door, and a circular saw is placed on the steps behind him. The exterior of the house is covered in dark shingles, and there are small shrubs on either side of the steps.
Milton Rogovin, Jimmy Webster, 1992, gelatin silver print, Gift of Dr. J. Patrick and Patricia A. Kennedy, 2011.145.52

Jimmy Webster

Milton Rogovin · 1992 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2011.145.52