Photograph by
Williams, Milton, American, born 1940
Subject of
Escalera, Alfredo, American, born 1952
Becerril, Carlos, American
Date
May 16, 1977
Medium
silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper, mounting board
Dimensions
H x W (Image and Sheet): 7 15/16 x 9 15/16 in. (20.2 x 25.2 cm)
Description
A black-and-white photograph of a boxing match. One boxer has been knocked down and the referee stands over him. Alfredo Escalara is to the right of the referee and is prepared to deliver another blow. The audience can be seen beyond the ring. The photograph is attached to a thick mounting board. The board is stamped on the back.
Place depicted
Landover, Prince George's, Maryland, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Photographs and Still Images
Type
gelatin silver prints
Topic
Athletes
Boxing
Local and regional
Photography
Sports
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Milton Williams Archives
Object number
2011.15.47
Restrictions & Rights
© Milton Williams
Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5f14f1309-52c4-417e-9dce-43081e6ff2f0

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