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Isadora Duncan dancers, between 1915 and 1923. Creator: Arnold Genthe
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Isadora Duncan dancers, between 1915 and 1923. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Isadora Duncan dancers, between 1915 and 1923
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Angela Duncan Angela Isadora Duncan Choreographer Choreography Duncan Isadora Expressive Gesture Guidance Hand Raised Holding Hands Isadora Isadora Duncan Leadership Modern Dance
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Isadora Duncan and Her Dancers: A Revolution in Dance and Fashion (1915-1923) This photograph, captured between 1915 and 1923 by renowned American photographer Arnold Genthe, immortalizes the iconic Isadora Duncan and two of her dancers in a moment of expressive grace and harmony. The image, held in the prestigious Library of Congress, offers a glimpse into the world of modern dance that Duncan pioneered, challenging the conventions of traditional ballet and redefining the role of women in the performing arts. Isadora Duncan, dressed in a flowing, diaphanous gown, raises her hand in guidance and leadership, while her two young dancers, Angela Duncan and an unidentified woman, hold hands and follow her lead. Their costumes, simple and elegant, reflect the natural, unconstrained spirit of Duncan's innovative choreography. The trio's gestures and poses exude a sense of unity and connection, embodying the essence of Duncan's modern dance philosophy. The photograph, taken during the 1910s and 1920s - a time of great cultural and artistic change in the United States - showcases the evolution of both dance and fashion. The monochromatic, nitrate negative image, with its timeless quality, serves as a testament to the enduring influence of Isadora Duncan and her groundbreaking contributions to the world of dance and performance art.
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