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Portrait of William P. Gottlieb, WINX(?), Washington, D.C. ca. 1940. Creator: Delia Potofsky Gottlieb
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Portrait of William P. Gottlieb, WINX(?), Washington, D.C. ca. 1940. Creator: Delia Potofsky Gottlieb
Portrait of William P. Gottlieb, WINX(?), Washington, D.C. ca. 1940
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This black and white portrait captures the introspective gaze of William P. Gottlieb, a prominent figure in the golden age of jazz during the 1940s. Seated at his desk, surrounded by the trappings of his journalistic and musical pursuits, Gottlieb looks up from his radio with a thoughtful expression. The desk is cluttered with a record player, a stack of records, and various papers, suggesting the bustling energy of his work environment. The room is bathed in soft, natural light, casting an air of quiet focus on the man and his surroundings. William P. Gottlieb was a journalist, radio broadcaster, and photographer, known for his coverage of the jazz scene in Washington, D.C. during the 1940s. His work appeared in various publications, including the Washington Post and the Pittsburgh Courier. This portrait, taken by his wife Delia Potofsky Gottlieb, offers a glimpse into the life of a man deeply immersed in the music and culture of his time. The image is a testament to the rich heritage of jazz and journalism during the 1940s, a period often referred to as the jazz age. The portrait's simple yet powerful composition, with its single figure and direct gaze, invites the viewer to connect with the subject and explore the depths of his story. The photograph, now part of the Library of Congress collection, is a valuable addition to the historical record of American culture and the arts.
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