James Van Der Zee
1886–1983

Introduction

James Augustus Van Der Zee (June 29, 1886 – May 15, 1983) was an American photographer best known for his portraits of black New Yorkers. He was a leading figure in the Harlem Renaissance. Aside from the artistic merits of his work, Van Der Zee produced the most comprehensive documentation of the period. Among his most famous subjects during this time were Marcus Garvey, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson and Countee Cullen.

Wikidata identifier

Q3161458

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Roles

Artist, photographer

ULAN identifier

500032481

Names

James Van Der Zee, James Van der Zee, James Augustus Joseph Van derZee, Der Zee James Van, James VanderZee

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