Photograph, William Warfield
Object number2013.009.01
Date1961
MediumPaper, Ink
Dimensions10 x 8 in. (25.4 x 20.3 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
DescriptionA photograph of West Helena, Arkansas native William Warfield.William Warfield was a concert bass-baritone singer and actor born in West Helena, Arkansas, in 1920. Warfield is best known for his roles in “Porgy and Bess” and in the film version of “Showboat." He is largely credited with performing the best rendition of the classic song "Ol Man River." He acted in five films. Warfield still performed up until his death in 2002.
A photograph of West Helena (Phillips County), Arkansas native William Warfield. The photograph is in black and white ink and features Warfield wearing a suit, sitting with his hands folded under his chin, and looking down.
Status
Not on view
