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Marion Morgan dancers, between 1914 and 1927. Creator: Arnold Genthe
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Marion Morgan dancers, between 1914 and 1927. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Marion Morgan dancers, between 1914 and 1927
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Arms Raised Arms Up Dark Darkness Entertainer Four People Head Back Lantern Slides Marion Morgan Morgan Marion Poise Poised Raised Arms Tambourine Tambourine Player Veil Nakedness Posture
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Arnold Genthe's captivating photograph, 'Marion Morgan Dancers,' showcases four graceful women in a mesmerizing dance performance between 1914 and 1927. The image, a timeless treasure housed in the Library of Congress, transports us to an era of artistic innovation and cultural exploration in America. The women, poised in full length, exude an air of elegance and poise as they raise their arms in unison, their bodies bathed in the soft glow of a lantern slide projector. Their faces are illuminated with the intensity of their focus, their eyes closed or gazing upwards as they lose themselves in the music. One woman, the tambourine player, holds her instrument aloft, her expression a blend of concentration and joy. The contrast between the dark stage and the white-clad dancers creates a striking visual effect, heightened by the photography. The women's veils billow around them, adding an ethereal quality to the scene. This image offers a glimpse into the world of Marion Morgan and her dancers, pioneers of the modern dance movement in the United States during the 1910s and 1920s. Genthe's photograph is a testament to the power of the performing arts to transport us to another time and place, inviting us to appreciate the beauty and artistry of human movement and expression.
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