Pair of Barbara Morgan (1900-1992) American, Gelatin Silver Prints. A compelling pair of mid-20th-century modern dance photographs, highlighting the iconic dance photography of Barbara Morgan.
José Limón Photograph (Right): A famous gelatin silver print depicting modern dance pioneer José Limón performing Peon from his Mexican Suite (1944). Captured in a moment of dramatic arched tension on stage, Morgan’s masterly dramatic lighting emphasizes muscle structure, emotional depth, and graphic form. Signed and dated lower right with copyright studio stamp on verso.
Modern Dancer Photograph (Left): A high-contrast gelatin silver print capturing a male modern dancer in dynamic motion, silhouetted dramatically against a dark backdrop.
Overall Size: 17 x 20 1/4 in.
Sight Size: 11 x 13 1/2 in.
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