Although members of Karamu Artists Inc. worked closely together, each had distinctive styles and favored different subject matter. Charles Sallée was known for portraits, inspired by his years spent teaching portraiture at Karamu through a scholarship from the Gilpin Players, the institution’s internationally renowned theater troupe. Bertha, seen here, was a dancer and regular model at Karamu and was also portrayed by Fred Carlo. This print uses Sallée’s preferred format, closely cropping the image around his subject’s head and focusing intently on their expression. Taken together, such portraits document the individuals who frequented the studio art program during his time.
- Készítette 7975, 47688
- Datálva c. 1938
- Jogok: Copyrighted
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