Haskell Rightor III, musician, Times Square residence, New York City 1999

"Haskell Rightor III, musician, Times Square residence, New York City" is a black and white photograph taken by Mary Ellen Mark in 1999. It portrays Haskell Rightor III, a musician, sitting in his Times Square residence, holding his saxophone. The photograph captures the intimacy of a musician's personal space, showcasing the instrument and the surrounding details, like the dresser and the television, that provide a glimpse into his daily life. Mark's work is renowned for its candid and sensitive approach to capturing the lives of marginalized individuals, and this photograph is a testament to her ability to portray the human condition with empathy and authenticity.