Edward Steichen "Spiral, France, 1921" Print
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Edward Steichen was a prominent American photographer, painter, and curator. Born on March 27, 1879, in Luxembourg, he later became a naturalized American citizen. Steichen played a crucial role in the development of photography as an art form during the early 20th century.Steichen worked in various photographic styles, ranging from pictorialism to modernism. He was renowned for his work in fashion photography and portraiture. Additionally, Steichen served as the chief photographer for the magazine Vanity Fair and later as the director of the Department of Photography at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York.One of his notable achievements was organizing the landmark exhibition "The Family of Man" at MoMA in 1955, which showcased photographs from around the world, celebrating the commonalities of humanity. Edward Steichen's influence extended beyond his own photography, as he played a significant role in shaping the way photography was perceived in the art world.
Printed circa 1960s.
Measures 11 x 8.75.
Printed circa 1960s.
Measures 11 x 8.75.
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Edward Steichen "Spiral, France, 1921" Print
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