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Portrait of Dicky Wells and Henry Wells, Eddie Condon's, New York, N.Y. ca. Jan. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
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Portrait of Dicky Wells and Henry Wells, Eddie Condon's, New York, N.Y. ca. Jan. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Dicky Wells and Henry Wells, Eddie Condon's, New York, N.Y. ca. Jan. 1947
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Bill Gottlieb Brass Instrument Brother Eddie Condons Golden Age Of Jazz Gottlieb William P Gottlieb William Paul Jazz Age Jazz Club Mute Nightclub Position Sibling Side By Side Trombone Trombone Player Trombonist William P Gottlieb William Paul Gottlieb Afro American Film Negative Group Portrait Jazz Musician Playing An Instrument
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This evocative photograph, captured by renowned jazz photographer William Paul Gottlieb in January 1947, presents a striking portrait of Dicky Wells and Henry Wells, two talented trombone players performing at Eddie Condon's nightclub in New York City. The brothers, side by side, exude a sense of camaraderie and shared passion for music as they play their mutes-free instruments with unbridled enthusiasm. The image transports us back to the golden age of jazz, a time when the genre was in its prime and clubs like Eddie Condon's were the epicenters of musical innovation. The brothers' intense focus and the dimly lit, smoky atmosphere of the venue add to the authenticity of the scene, making this photograph a valuable document of jazz history and African American culture during the 1940s. The contrast between the crisp white collars of their shirts and the dark, textured background further emphasizes the dynamic interplay between light and shadow, adding visual depth to the image. This photograph is a testament to the enduring legacy of jazz music and the indelible mark it left on American culture.
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