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Ed van der Elsken
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Tenorsaxofonist Coleman Hawkins tijdens het concert Jazz at the Philharmonic, Scheveningen, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

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Tenorsaxofonist Coleman Hawkins tijdens het concert Jazz at the Philharmonic, Scheveningen, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-298-5-73

The image is a black and white photograph capturing an intense moment of performance. It depicts the close-up profile of a tenor saxophonist, likely Coleman Hawkins given the context provided in the alt text. The musician's face shows deep concentration as he plays into his instrument with fingers on the keys, blowing air through it. His expression is one of immersion and passion for music. There are subtle light reflections highlighting parts of his facial features such as his nose and lips, which add a sense of depth to the image. The background is dark and lacks any distinguishable details, ensuring that all focus remains on the saxophonist's performance. The monochrome palette emphasizes textures, especially in the musician’s skin, creating a dramatic effect appropriate for conveying emotion through music. No other objects or people are visible in this tightly framed shot; it focuses solely on the artist and his instrument. The photograph carries an artistic quality with its

#photography #fotografie #edvanderelsken #scheveningen #tenorsaxofonist #colemanhawkins #hawkins

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Ed van der Elsken
@EdvdElsken@mastodon.ozioso.online
1 settimana fa

Tenorsaxofonist Coleman Hawkins tijdens het concert Jazz at the Philharmonic, Scheveningen, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

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Tenorsaxofonist Coleman Hawkins tijdens het concert Jazz at the Philharmonic, Scheveningen, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-298-5-94

The image is a black and white photograph capturing the intense expression of an individual playing jazz saxophone. The musician's face fills most of the frame, with fine details such as wrinkles around his eyes and mouth accentuating the emotional intensity of the performance. His cheeks are puffed out as he blows into the saxophone, which appears in sharp contrast against a dark background. A bright highlight is cast across part of the saxophone near where it meets the player's lips, drawing attention to this action. The lighting creates deep shadows and highlights on his face, adding depth and texture that emphasize the contours of his features. This monochromatic image focuses solely on the performer, with no distractions in the background or surrounding environment visible.

#photography #fotografie #edvanderelsken #scheveningen #tenorsaxofonist #colemanhawkins

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