GLASS NEGATIVES OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN SUBJECTS IN WASHINGTON, D.C.,20th century. About 400 negatives, the vast majority being 5 x 7 in. glass negatives dated 1908-20. Also, some celluloid acetate negatives of later date. Most probably from the estate of Robert Scurlock, and his father, Addison Scurlock, famed African-American photographers of Washington, D.C. Subjects are African-American, including events such as banquets, portraits, street scenes and buildings, interiors, people in automobiles, sporting events, Howard University. Negatives are in deteriorated paper sleeves, well labeled with names, dates, and locations, most in Washington, D.C. Glass negatives, with few exceptions, are in excellent condition. Also, a list of subjects on Scurlock Studios letterhead. In five boxes, one addressed to Robert Scurlock. PROVENANCE: Estate of Jim Graham, former Washington, DC, Councilman Estimate $2,000-3,000
