Object Details
Photograph by
David D. Spitzer, American
Subject of
Billy Taylor, American, 1921 - 2010
Description
A black-and-white photograph of of jazz pianist Billy Taylor performing in Florence, AL. Taylor is photographed from a low angle and just behind his right shoulder. His hands are raised to the piano keys and he is wearing a dark suit jacket and glasses.
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of David D. Spitzer
Date
1993
Object number
2012.164.165
Restrictions & Rights
© David D. Spitzer
Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
Type
gelatin silver prints
portraits
Medium
silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper
Dimensions
H x W (Image): 9 1/4 x 13 3/4 in. (23.5 x 35 cm)
H x W (Sheet): 10 13/16 x 13 3/4 in. (27.5 x 35 cm)
H x W (Matted): 16 x 20 in. (40.6 x 50.8 cm)
Place captured
Florence, Lauderdale County, Alabama, United States, North and Central America
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National Museum of African American History and Culture Collection
Classification
Photographs and Still Images
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Topic
African American
Composers (Musicians)
Instrumentalists (Musicians)
Jazz (Music)
Photography
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmaahc_2012.164.165