The Alfred Stieglitz Collection
  • Recto of print
  • Recto of print with original mount
  • Verso of original mount

Frank Eugene (American, 1865–1936)

Brigitta, c. 1906

Platinum print; 12.2 x 16.7 cm (image/paper/primary support); 33.5 x 26.2 cm (secondary support); 34.9 x 26.4 cm (original window mount)
Alfred Stieglitz Collection, 1949.834

 

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