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Portrait of King Guion, 1938. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
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Portrait of King Guion, 1938. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of King Guion, 1938
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This black and white portrait, titled 'Portrait of King Guion,' was captured by renowned photographer William Paul Gottlieb in 1938. The image is a snapshot of the Golden Age of Jazz, a pivotal moment in American cultural history. The scene unfolds in a dimly lit room, where a jazz band, dressed in sharp suits and ties, gathers around microphones, ready to perform. At the heart of the group stands King Guion, a charismatic double bass player, his eyes focused intently on the strings of his instrument. King Guion's deft fingers pluck and slide along the strings, creating a rich, resonant melody that reverberates through the room. The other band members, a drummer, saxophonist, and guitarist, watch him with rapt attention, their instruments at the ready. The room is alive with anticipation, the air thick with the scent of jazz and the promise of an unforgettable performance. The photograph, shot on film negative, is a testament to the enduring allure of jazz music and the men who brought it to life during the 1930s. The image is now part of the prestigious collections at the Library of Congress, a fitting tribute to the heritage and legacy of this iconic era in American music. The lettering on the sign in the background, barely visible, adds to the sense of history and nostalgia, transporting us back to a time when jazz ruled the nightlife scene and the world was a little less complicated.
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