Serena and Venus

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Digital scan of a 35mm black and white negative of Venus, Serena, and Richard Williams on a tennis court. The girls stand in front of their father, Richard Williams, who stands on the court behind them holding a racquet. Serena stands to the right of Venus and is at an angle to the net. Her proper right hand holds the racquet and is in a forehand shot motion. Her proper left hand is raised out in front of her. Venus stands closer to the camera and is at an angle to the net. She holds her racquet in front of her with both hands. All three are wearing matching printed Reebok polo shirts. The girls also have matching skirts. Buildings and cars are visible in the background of the image.

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