Lot Essay
The backdrop for the present image is the garden of Steichen's home in Voulangis, France. Steichen was known to be a passionate gardener, which adds an element of intimacy to this delicate portrait.
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Portrait of a Young Girl, Voulangis, 1915
Details
EDWARD STEICHEN (1879–1973)
Portrait of a Young Girl, Voulangis, 1915
palladium print
signed and dated in pencil (recto)
image: 9 3/4 x 7 7/8 in. (24.8 x 20 cm.)
sheet: 10 3/4 x 8 3/4 in. (27.3 x 22.2 cm.)
Portrait of a Young Girl, Voulangis, 1915
palladium print
signed and dated in pencil (recto)
image: 9 3/4 x 7 7/8 in. (24.8 x 20 cm.)
sheet: 10 3/4 x 8 3/4 in. (27.3 x 22.2 cm.)
Provenance
Christie's, New York, April 25, 1989, lot 138;
acquired from the above sale by the present owner.
acquired from the above sale by the present owner.
Special Notice
This lot is offered without reserve.
Sale Room Notice
Please note this lot is sold with no reserve.
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Rebecca Jones