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A passing flirtation, 1899. Creator: Jay Campbell Phillips
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A passing flirtation, 1899. Creator: Jay Campbell Phillips
A passing flirtation, 1899
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A Passing Flirtation," captured by the skilled lens of Jay Campbell Phillips in 1899, presents a moment of playful interaction between two young African American children in a rural setting. The photograph, held in the Jean Blackwell Hutson Division of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at the New York Public Library, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the African American community during the late 19th century. The image features a boy, dressed in a collared shirt and pants, standing confidently by the side of an ox cart. His gaze is fixed on a girl, who playfully looks over her shoulder as she walks in the opposite direction, leading an ox. The girl, dressed in a simple dress and apron, is surrounded by the rustic beauty of the countryside, with the road winding through the background and the lush greenery framing the scene. The photograph, which is a halftone photomechanical print, showcases the artistic skill of Phillips, who expertly captures the essence of the moment and the connection between the two children. The use of contrasting shades in the black and white image adds depth and texture to the scene, highlighting the details of the children's clothing and the textures of the oxen and the cart. The image is reminiscent of the rural regionalism movement, which focused on depicting the daily life and culture of rural communities. This photograph, with its authentic portrayal of African American children in a rural setting, is an invaluable addition to the historical record of African American life in the late 19th century. The passing flirtation between the two children, captured in this photograph, serves as a reminder of the simple joys and innocence of childhood and the rich cultural heritage that continues to inspire and inform our understanding of the past.
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