Object Details
Photograph by
David D. Spitzer, American
Subject of
Bobby McFerrin, American, born 1950
Description
A black-and-white photograph of Bobby McFerrin performing at a concert in Miami, FL. He is wearing a patterned shirt and glasses. His arms are above his head and are blurred in motion. His head is tilted back with his eyes closed, and he is holding a microphone in his right hand.
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of David D. Spitzer
Date
1980
Object number
2012.164.31
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): 13 5/8 x 8 7/8 in. (34.6 x 22.6 cm)
H x W (Sheet): 13 5/8 x 8 7/8 in. (34.6 x 22.6 cm)
H x W (Matted): 20 x 16 in. (50.8 x 40.6 cm)
Place captured
Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States, North and Central America
See more items in
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
Conductors (Musicians)
Jazz (Music)
Photography
Singers (Musicians)
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmaahc_2012.164.31