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Guy Crowder
Icons & people: Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Ralph Abernathy, Sammy Davis Jr.

1963

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This is a growing selection of photography by different photographers, curated in early 2019, of iconic figures as well as ordinary people going about their life in a different moment in time, curated by gallery in Los Angeles. Some of these images are published for the first time. This series of photography feature our iconic Americans, whose actions transcend race, in their legacy making actions to help. They, who have dedicated their lives to advancing peace, justice and equality, to try and make a better, more equitable, CIVIL society. Their indelible influence changed the world. Their tireless actions lifted us all. ----- ABOUT THIS PHOTO: ALL COPYRIGHTS RESERVED - NO USAGE IN ANY MEDIA WITHOUT PERMISSION. INFRINGEMENT IMPINGES ON INCOME FOR THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER AND IS UNCONSCIONABLE AND ILLEGAL. Captured moment in time by: Photographer Guy Crowder, 1940-2011 Los Angeles, Calif., 1963 On May 26, 1963, at what is well known as the “Los Angeles Freedom Rally”, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (1929 – 1968) addressed nearly 40,000 people, one of the largest civil rights rallies in the country, at Wrigley Field in South Los Angeles, LA’s first baseball stadium to the Los Angeles Angels. Here, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Ralph Abernathy and Sammy Davis Jr. share a laugh - civil rights icons sharing a light moment from stress of the work they were doing. This photo captures a moment in time and shows another side of them. After this event, there was an evening reception for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, attended by many Hollywood figures regardless of race. Fundraising and other support were provided by noted figures in Los Angeles. In attendance amongst many others: Marlon Brando, Anthony Franciosa, Ralph Abernathy, Paul Newman, Polly Bergen, Joanne Woodward, and Sammy Davis Jr. -- This is a C print, 11x14”- with white border around- open edn -unsigned, unframed. Framing Is available upon inquiry. Featured images show other photos in series.
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    1963
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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    Framing Options Available
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  • Gallery Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU24114269552
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