John, Jackie & Caroline Kennedy PSA Type 1 Original Family Portrait Photograph

Title: Original 1961 Photograph of John F. Kennedy, Jacqueline Kennedy & Caroline Kennedy – By Ted Polumbaum, PSA Type I Certified

Description:
Presented here is a striking original Type I photograph taken in 1961 by acclaimed photojournalist Ted Polumbaum, capturing a candid and tender moment with President John F. Kennedy, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, and their daughter Caroline Kennedy. Set outdoors in a casual family scene, JFK leans in with a relaxed smile behind Jackie—seated gracefully in a floral dress, holding a small black dog—while young Caroline gently pets a kitten. The composition is both elegant and intimate, offering a rare window into the early days of the Kennedy presidency.

The verso features detailed press markings including the PIX Inc. credit line, Polumbaum’s name, and foreign distribution stamps dated 1961, reinforcing its status as a contemporaneously printed original press photograph. It has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA as a Type I photograph, with certification number 85266219.

Historical Context:
Taken during John F. Kennedy's first year as 35th President of the United States, this photograph illustrates the warmth and charm that helped define the public image of the Kennedy family—often referred to as “Camelot.” The Kennedys quickly became icons of American culture, and this photograph captures that mystique at its most personal and genuine. Photographer Ted Polumbaum, best known for his work with LIFE and Look, had rare access to the Kennedys and produced some of the most enduring images of the era.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
This image has been fully authenticated by PSA as a Type I original photograph, meaning it was developed from the original negative within two years of the photo being taken. It is housed in a PSA slab with a label reading:
“Original Photograph / JFK, Jackie & Caroline Kennedy / Ted Polumbaum / PIX Inc. / Authentic / Type I / 1961”
PSA Certification #: 85266219

Closing Appeal:
An exceptional visual document of the First Family during JFK’s presidency, this Type I original photograph is a standout addition for collectors of presidential memorabilia, Kennedy history, and vintage photojournalism. The combination of provenance, content, and PSA encapsulation makes it a highly desirable artifact from a defining moment in American cultural and political history.