Herbert G. French

American, 1872 - 1942

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The image displays a person's head and shoulders facing slightly to the right and looking upwards. The person's facial features are soft and slightly blurred, with a serene expression. The person has light-colored hair and is covered in a textured, patterned fabric that envelops their head and shoulders like a hood or veil. There are no visible jewelry or objects. The background is a plain, dark surface with a border, highlighting the sepia-toned photograph.
Herbert G. French, Warum?, 1903, platinum print, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2008.65.6

Warum?

Herbert G. French · 1903 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  2008.65.6

The image depicts a person standing with one arm resting on a decorative panel or piece of furniture with a lattice pattern. The individual is wearing a long dress with a light shade and a darker fabric draped over the shoulders. Their long dark hair is visible cascading over their shoulders. The background shows a textured surface, possibly a wall or curtain.
Herbert G. French, Il Penseroso, 1902, platinum print, Robert B. Menschel Fund, 2007.59.1

Il Penseroso

Herbert G. French · 1902 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  2007.59.1