An original vintage gelatin silver photograph by celebrated American photographer Barbara Morgan (1900–1992) depicting legendary modern dancer Doris Humphrey in her acclaimed work “Inquest” (1944).Morgan is regarded as one of the most important photographers of the twentieth century and is internationally recognized for documenting the pioneers of modern dance. Her photographs are included in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and numerous other institutions.Details* Artist: Barbara Morgan (1900–1992)
* Title: Doris Humphrey – Inquest
* Medium: Original gelatin silver photograph
* Paper Size: 8 × 10 inches
* Reverse: Blue Barbara Morgan copyright stamp and handwritten title
* Condition: Very good vintage condition with light age-appropriate handling wear. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description.ProvenanceThis photograph comes from the personal collection of Dr. Curtis L. Carter, founding director of the Patrick & Beatrice Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University. Dr. Carter was an internationally respected art historian, curator, and scholar who organized exhibitions and published extensively on Barbara Morgan’s work.The photograph was acquired directly from the Curtis L. Carter estate and retains outstanding collector provenance. A copy of the estate sale receipt (purchase price redacted) can be provided to the buyer upon request.About Barbara MorganBarbara Morgan’s photographs of Martha Graham, Doris Humphrey, José Limón, and other pioneers of modern dance are considered landmarks in American photography. Original lifetime gelatin silver prints are highly sought after by collectors, museums, and institutions worldwide.This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire an original Barbara Morgan photograph with distinguished provenance.Please feel free to contact me with any questions or requests for additional photographs.* Artist: Barbara Morgan
* Subject: Doris Humphrey
* Title: Inquest
* Medium: Gelatin Silver Photograph
* Type: Original Photograph
* Style: Modernism
* Features: Vintage, Stamped, Provenance
* Material: Photographic Paper
* Size: 8 × 10 in.
* Framing: Unframed
* Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Related Items:
Original Barbara Cartland Sunday Strip By Gray Morrow 5-23-82
$245.00
Plumb Barbara Vintage Original 16 oz Plumb Bob Solid Brass
$250.00
Barbara Guest Signed Autographs (2) New York School Poet w/ Original Envelope
$169.99
