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Elizabeth Duncan dancers, between 1916 and 1941. Creator: Arnold Genthe
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Elizabeth Duncan dancers, between 1916 and 1941. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Elizabeth Duncan dancers, between 1916 and 1941
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Androgynous Androgyny Duncan Elizabeth Elizabeth Duncan Fiddle Fiddler Stringed Instrument Violin Violin Player Violinist Genthe Collection Playing An Instrument
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This photograph, titled "Elizabeth Duncan Dancers," showcases an androgynous group of performers from the late 1910s to the early 1940s. The image, created by renowned photographer Arnold Genthe, is a testament to the artistic and cultural movements of the time. Elizabeth Duncan was a groundbreaking modern dancer who defied traditional gender norms and embraced a unique, expressive style. In this photograph, her dancers are seen in various poses, some playing musical instruments, including a fiddle and a violin. The image, taken from the Genthe Collection at the Library of Congress, captures the raw energy and androgynous spirit of the dancers, who are dressed in simple, flowing garments that accentuate their lithe bodies. The location of the photograph is not definitively known, but it is believed to have been taken during a performance in the United States. The image is particularly striking due to its use of a nitrate negative, which adds to the grainy, timeless quality of the photograph. The photograph is a significant piece of American heritage art, reflecting the cultural shifts and artistic experimentation of the 1910s, 1920s, and 1930s. It is a reminder of the power of art to challenge societal norms and inspire new ways of thinking and expressing oneself. The image is a treasure of the Genthe Collection at the Library of Congress, a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of American history and culture.
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