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Todd, Helen, portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
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Todd, Helen, portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Todd, Helen, portrait photograph, 1913
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This black and white portrait captures the determined spirit of Helen MacGrath Todd, an influential American activist and suffragist, in 1913. Taken by renowned photographer Arnold Genthe, the image showcases Todd's striking head and shoulders, with her piercing gaze fixed on the camera. She is dressed in a high-necked, long-sleeved blouse and a simple, high-waisted skirt, accessorized with a small hat adorned with a ribbon. The backdrop is a neutral, textured fabric, drawing the focus to Todd's expressive face and the intensity of her political convictions. Helen Todd was a pivotal figure in the women's suffrage movement in the United States during the early 1900s. Her activism and advocacy for women's rights led her to become a prominent member of the National American Woman Suffrage Association. This portrait, taken during a critical period in the suffrage movement, underscores the importance of Todd's role in shaping the future of women's political representation in America. Arnold Genthe, a pioneering figure in American photography, captured this portrait using glass negatives, ensuring exceptional detail and tonal range. The image, held in the Library of Congress, is a testament to both the rich heritage of American activism and the power of photography to preserve history.
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