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Scurlock Studio Records, Subseries 4.1: Black-and-White Silver Gelatin Negatives

National Museum of American History

Object Details

Creator
Scurlock Studio (Washington, D.C.)
Scurlock, Robert S. (Saunders), 1917-1994
Custom Craft
Scurlock, Addison N., 1883-1964
Scurlock, George H. (Hardison), 1919-2005
Names
Howard University -- 20th century
DuBois, W.E.B. (William Edward Burghardt), 1868-1963
Washington, Booker T., 1856-1915
Place
Washington (D.C.) -- Small business -- 20th century
Washington (D.C.) -- African Americans
Shaw (Washington, D.C.)
Topic
African Americans -- History -- 20th century
Commercial photography -- 20th century -- Washington (D.C)
Segregation
Photography -- 20th century -- Washington (D.C.)
Portraits -- 20th century
Politicians -- 20th century
African American photographers
African American entertainers -- 20th century
Creator
Scurlock Studio (Washington, D.C.)
Scurlock, Robert S. (Saunders), 1917-1994
Custom Craft
Scurlock, Addison N., 1883-1964
Scurlock, George H. (Hardison), 1919-2005
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Scurlock Studio Records, Subseries 4.1: Black-and-White Silver Gelatin Negatives
Sponsor
The collection was acquired with assistance from the Eugene Meyer Foundation. Elihu and Susan Rose and the Save America's Treasures program, provided funds to stabilize, organize, store, and create digital surrogates of some of the negatives. Processing and encoding funded by a grant from the Council on Library and Information Resources.
Summary
The Scurlock photographic studio was a fixture in the Shaw area of Washington, DC from 1911 to 1994, and encompassed two generations of photographers, Addison N. Scurlock (1883-1964) and his sons George H. (1920- 2005) and Robert S. (1916-1994). Subseries 4.1 includes black and white silver gelatin negatives. An overview to the entire Scurlock collection is available here: Scurlock Studio Records
Biographical/Historical note
The Scurlock photographic studio was a fixture in the Shaw area of Washington, DC. from 1911 to 1994, and encompassed two generations of photographers, Addison N. Scurlock (1883-1964) and his sons George H. (1920- 2005) and Robert S. (1916-1994). More...
Extent
320 Boxes
Date
undated
Archival Repository
Archives Center, National Museum of American History
Identifier
NMAH.AC.0618.S04.01
Type
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Photographs
Matrices, color separation
Dye transfer process
Studio portraits
Color separation negatives
Citation
Scurlock Studio Records, Archives Center, National Museum of American History. Smithsonian Institution
Arrangement note
The negatives are not arranged in a clear order, and the negatives document clients and subjects. Researchers will need to look in two different box sizes for negatives of different sizes that were originally housed together in freezer boxes but are now housed separately according to size. A number of freezer boxes are missing, this is the reason for box number gaps, and contain varying numbers of negatives. The physical number of boxes was condensed during rehousing but the original freezer box numbers were retained in combination on the new boxes. The beginning and end of a freezer box are indicated inside the new box by blue dividers.
Rights
When the Museum purchased the collection from the Estate of Robert S. Scurlock, it obtained all rights, including copyright. The earliest photographs in the collection are in the public domain because their term of copyright has expired. The Archives Center will control copyright and the use of the collection for reproduction purposes, which will be handled in accordance with its standard reproduction policy guidelines. Archives Center cost-recovery and use fees may apply when requesting reproductions.
Genre/Form
Photographs -- 20th century
Matrices, color separation
Dye transfer process
Studio portraits
Color separation negatives
Scope and Contents
Subseries 4.1 includes black and white silver gelatin negatives. The majority of the negatives, not all, have been scanned.
Restrictions
Collection is open for research. Gloves must be worn when handling unprotected photographs and negatives. Special arrangements required to view negatives due to cold storage. Using negatives requires a three hour waiting period. Contact the Archives Center at 202-633-3270.
Forms Part Of
Subseries 4.1 forms part of Series 4, within the Scurlock Studio Records group. Scurlock Studio Records Series 1: Black and White Photographs Series 2: Color Photographs Series 3: Framed Prints Series 4: Black-and-White Silver Gelatin Negatives Series 5: Color Negatives Series 6: Color Transparencies, Slides, and Other Formats Series 7: Black-and-White Color Separation Negatives and Matrices Series 8: Scurlock Studio Business Records Series 9: Custom Craft Business Records Series 10: Capitol School of Photography Series 11: Washington Stock Series 12: Background Materials and Publications
Related link
Record ID
ebl-1562600449806-1562600449931-0
Metadata Usage
CC0
GUID
https://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ep8ec458f4e-274d-4d12-859d-aaea7f7fc0ed

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  • Jackie Robinson from envelope acetate film photonegative

  • Galbraith Church from envelope. Acetate film photonegative,

  • Agnes Thomas sitting, hands on knees, 3/4 length, turned left,facing front : nitrate film photonegative

  • Bowling team

  • Frank Bloom, Howard University Law School Faculty : acetate film photonegative

  • Group consulting architectural plans cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Burroell Sanitorium acetate film photonegative,

  • Mary McLeod Bethune, 3/4 bust, wearing dark lace dress and pearl necklace : acetate film photonegative

  • Nelson J. Smith, Howard University School of Religion : acetate film photonegative

  • Founders Library Howard U. 1959 from enclosure Photo By R.S. Scurlock black-and-white cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Hairlox container cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Monroe School classroom, featuring students art : nitrate film photonegative.

  • Republic Theatre acetate film photonegative

  • H.U. Howard University Student Union bldg building shots, February 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Howard University women's sports team : acetate film photonegative

  • Dean of Womens sic Garden Party, June 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Howard University, Douglas Hall acetate film photonegative

  • Reverend Divine acetate film photonegative

  • Howard University football team : acetate film photonegative,

  • James L. Raspberry, St. Paul's school : acetate film photonegative

  • Mr. C.C. Spaulding cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Florida Ave Baptist Church group acetate film photonegative,

  • Full length female portrait : nitrate film photonegative.

  • Northwest Amusement Co. interior view : acetate film photonegative

  • Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith, wedding photo acetate film photonegative

  • Howard University collage for yearbook (?) : acetate film photonegative

  • George N. Hilbun, Howard University Law School : acetate film photonegative

  • Howard University College of Dentistry, Class of 1951 acetate film photonegative

  • Three women and a man in formal dress seated on folding chairs, talking and watching surroundings. Possibly from a U.S.0. (United Service Organization) function that was attended by Eleanor Roosevelt

  • H.U. Howard University Health Center Freshmen Exams from envelope; #3 of 3 acetate film photonegative,

  • Therrell Smith's Dance Students, June 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Retail Marketing Consultants Hechinger Mall Opening cellulose acetate 35mm photonegative strip

  • Retail Marketing Consultants Hechinger Mall Opening cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Professor Jas. A. Washington, Howard University Law School Faculty acetate film photonegative

  • Howard University football team: acetate film photonegative,

  • St. Paul staff sitting at desk from envelope?: acetate film photonegative,

  • Male bust portrait, double, two images on sheet : acetate film (or nitrate?) photonegative.

  • Vermont Avenue Baptist "Old Folks" luncheon, September, 1950 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • June FBI Series on Jim Amos cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Cafeteria and Restaurant Workers Union members in Pentagon, March 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • H.U. Howard University May Festival, May 1960 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Mary McLeod Bethune, studio portrait : acetate film photonegative.

  • Presentation to Miss Lyons acetate film photonegative

  • Metropolitan A.M.E. rededication service, May 1950 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Cafeteria and Restaurant Workers Union members in Pentagon, March 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Mt. Jezreel Baptist Church Choirs, January 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Science lab : acetate film photonegative

  • Civil Disturbances '68 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Man focusing photographic enlarger : black-and-white photonegative.

  • Aunt Mary nitrate film photonegative

  • Palmer Memorial Institute students visiting Associated Publishers, October 1963 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Dr. Robert Weaver acetate film photonegative

  • Howard University: old dental infirmary acetate film photonegative

  • Faculty and graduates of the Matteele School of Beauty Culture acetate film photonegative

  • Mr. John H. Stockton Oct. 28-1951from enclosure black-and-white cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Odd Fellows Building, exterior : acetate film photonegative

  • Man and two women in front of house cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Camille Nickerson

  • Carlisle Field Club/South Atlantic Champions 1924-25 men's basketball team : nitrate film photonegative.

  • Howard-Lincoln football game at Griffith Stadium, November 1948 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • J. Finley Wilson, Grand Exalted Ruler of Elks (I.B.P.O.E.) with the champ "Joe Louis" cellulose acetate photo negative

  • Mountainside and river cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Reverend Green's church group acetate film photonegative,

  • Miss Josephine Palmer acetate film photonegative

  • Mr. Bryson Councillor, June 5, 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Professor Mercer Daniels, Howard University Law School Faculty acetate film photonegative,

  • Young Gospel Singers, March 13, 1949 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Therrell Smith's Dance Students, June 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Mrs. Hawkins birthday party : acetate film photonegative

  • Retail Marketing Consultants Hechinger Mall Opening cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Addison and Mamie Scurlock : acetate film photonegative

  • N.M.A. Reception at Howard University, August 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Mr. Bowie Choral Group cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Therrell Smith's Dance Students, June 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Jim and Grace Dent's picnic from envelope; 1 of 2 acetate film photonegative

  • H.U. Howard University Medical Alumni dinner, June 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Dr. Herbert Clay Scurlock acetate film photonegative

  • Retail Marketing Consultants Hechinger Mall Opening cellulose acetate, 35mm photonegative film strip

  • Howard University Commencement acetate film photonegative

  • Garfield community chorus: acetate film photonegative,

  • H.U. Howard University Gen general Alumni dinner, June 1964 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Mr. Reason at his office acetate film photonegative,

  • Decorated lamp in foreground, three other pieces (vase and bowls) in background

  • The Sandy Spring Melody Singers November 6, 1945 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Shamwell-Vincent Wedding July 1 1951 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Mrs. Hammond's play, April 1950 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Eleanor Roosevelt seated at a table on a stage at a U.S.O. (United Service Organizations) function. A man is speaking at a microphone.

  • June 18/51 Geo.H. Watkins cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Mu-So-Lit. Club Auxiliary acetate film photonegative

  • Plymouth Church Sunday School play set acetate film photonegative

  • North Eastern ? Club acetate film photonegative

  • Dr. Stuart Nelson cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Second image: Two unidentified men standing talking to Marion Barry. Ink on negative: "6". Further ink on envelope: "Muhamed sic Ali, Cap Sch Photogs, Walter Washington, Marian sic Barry & Others".

  • June FBI Series on Jim Amos cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Dr. Greene cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Howard University School of Engineering : acetate film photonegative

  • Mrs. Howard's Nursery School, May 1960 cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Howard University Old Main building from chapel archway cellulose acetate photonegative

  • Dean Stuart Nelson, Howard University : acetate film photonegative

  • Reverend Smith and stewardesses, Trinity A.M.E. Church acetate film photonegative

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Rev. Divine [acetate film photonegative]
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