Angela Davis with her sister Fania Jordan and Fania’s baby, San Jose, 1972

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A black-and-white archival print of Angela Davis holding her niece, Eisa. Davis's sister Fania stands next to her and touches her daughter's face. An unidentified woman looks on in the background. Angela Davis wears a ribbed sweater with a striped shawl or coat over it. Fania Davis wears a dark, long-sleeved shirt over a short-sleeve Henley shirt. Eisa Davis wears a light-colored knit sweater with collar and short sleeves. On back at top left in pencil is [1972 - San Jose]; at center is [Stephen Shames / 2/10].

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