Portrait of Orval Hixon in Contemplation

This self-portrait of the young Orval Hixon shows him looking down and away from the camera, revealing a grave profile that appears deep in contemplation. He wears a white collared shirt that is bound with a scarf in place of a tie. The light that falls on the left side of Hizon's face outlines his features against the darker background. In not addressing the camera, Hixon resists the role of subject, questioning the relationship between the photographer and the photographed.
Portrait of Orval Hixon in Contemplation
Inventory
Collection Number
17583
Building
Current Location
Storage Room 303
Floor
Lower Level/Vault
Description
Details
This is a sepia toned print of photographer Orval Hixon.
Artist
Framed
Yes
 - Glass
Width
1 inches
Height
31 inches
Length
25 inches
Donor
Donor Name
James R. and Joyce A. Finely and Charles David and Linda Hixon
Library Owns
No
Permissions
Reproduce the Work in Library publications/publicity, including film or videotape
Yes
Reproduce
Library has Photography Rights
Yes
Photograph
Permit the general public to photograph the work
Yes
Slides/Video