Photograph, Press - William Warfield, "Showboat"
Object number2013.033.01
MediumPaper, Ink
Dimensions9 15/16 x 8 in. (25.2 x 20.3 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
DescriptionA photograph of West Helena, Arkansas native William Warfield from the movie "Showboat".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.
Black and white photograph of William Warfield from the movie "Showboat." Warfield is wearing a dark shirt and dark pants with suspenders. He appears to be standing on the deck of a ship in front a large rope. A spiral staircase is to Warfield's right.
Status
Not on view
