2174
MALCOLM X.

Extensive collection of photographs, silver gelatin prints, predominately 8 by 10 inches, occasionally with photographer's credit stamped on verso of Robert W. Cottrol; Robert L. Haggins; Mallory; Lloyd Yearwood; Purefoy; and Howard L. Bingham, organized within manilla folders, many with notation in the hand of Malcolm X, some photos with sizing marks mainly on verso, some occasional wear, though most photos in very good condition. * Also included are a large collection of negatives and a collection of contact proofs, some of the proofs have oxidized, the negatives appear fine.

An interesting collection of Malcolm X's personal press photographs that covers much of Malcolm X's mission with the Nation of Islam including numerous speaches, rallies and debates, media appearances, the Ronald X Stokes episode, his meeting with Fidel Castro, a photo shoot with Cassius Clay, images with his family, NOI schools and businesses.

Lot no. 2174
Sale no. 7308z

Estimate 8000 / 12000

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