Author: Sitwell, Edith [Baron] [ A.K.A Sterling Henry Nahum, 1906–1956]
Title: Original Photograph Signed by Baron
Description: London, Baron Studios, 1950. 1st Edition. 1st Edition. A beautiful black and white photo of Dames Edith Sitwell 11" x 14" with Baron's signature visible in the bottom right corner of the print with his Baron Studios stamp on the back. This iconic silver gelatin print of Sitwell, captured and signed by renowned official photographer to the British Royal Family, Baron (Sterling Henry Nahum) is rare to come by. His striking and dramatic lighting emphasized her facial structure and her elaborate and towering headpiece. Sitwell's large statement ring, which became a sort of signature in her visual persona and her elegant hand pose is boldly present in the frame. This image perfectly captures Sitwell's eccentric grandeur and her cultivated image as a modern oracle or poetic priestess. It's part of the Baron Studios’ significant body of mid-20th century portraiture. Dame Edith Sitwell was a most striking, eccentric, and uncompromising figures in 20th-century English literature. In near fine condition with some shelf wear and some fraying at the edges of the photo and crease on the top right. (otherwise clean and when framed and matted will be perfect). Near Fine .

Keywords: English Literature, Poetry, Photography Art & Illustrated Books Bloomsbury Group


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