David Goldblatt

South African (Randfontein, South Africa, 1930)

Commando Escorting Dr. Verwoerd to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of the National Party, de Wildt, Transvaal, October 1964

1964
photograph | gelatin silver print
Not currently on view in the museum
Commando of National Party Supporters Escorting Dr. Verwoerd into Party's 50th..
12 in. x 16 in. (30.48 cm x 40.64 cm)
Acquired 2001
Collection SFMOMA
Purchase through a gift of H. Marcia Smolens
© David Goldblatt
2001.77
Keywords

men, horses, hats, trios, Transvaal, South Africa, portraits, coats, ties, celebrations

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