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Wedding Day: Deborah Smith and Bruce Covington

Dublin Core

Identifier

AR-0014

Title

Wedding Day: Deborah Smith and Bruce Covington

Date

1969-08

Subject

African American couples.
Marriage.
Weddings--Michigan--Detroit.

Description

This is a color photograph of Deborah Smith (right) and her first husband Bruce Covington (left) on their wedding day, sharing a loving embrace.

Deborah, the mother of Antonia Rose, is smiling and dressed in an elegant white sleeveless dress with matching gloves. Her hair is styled in a voluminous, curled updo.

Bruce Covington also smiling, holding his bride close. He is dressed in a blue tuxedo with a black bow tie, white dress shirt and a pink floral boutonniere on his lapel.

In the background, a guest is seated at a table, with cups and plates arranged for the reception celebration.

The photograph is in good condition, but shows some signs of age, such as fingerprints, fading, and minor scratches.

Rights

Rights over this image are held by Antonia Rose. Permission to reproduce, distribute, or otherwise use this image must be obtained from Antonia Rose prior to any use.

Extent

3.5 x 3.5 in.

Type

Still image

Format

Color photographic print.

Citation

“Wedding Day: Deborah Smith and Bruce Covington,” Wayne State University - School of Information Sciences, accessed April 14, 2026, https://waynestateu.omeka.net/items/show/2321.