A misfortunate, yet aesthetically fortunate result. With a “blizzard” of spots surrounding her, Dorothy Tucker (1899-1986) seems to retain an inner peace as an artificial maelstrom is kept at bay outside the world of her closed eyes. These heightened effects on this finished print were most likely caused by, but not limited to: improper fixing, toning and prolonged exposure to adverse elements in storage. Combined, they introduce added mystery to an already dramatically-lit, three-quarters profile portrait of a young woman embarking on her teenage years.

Charles Rollins Tucker, 1868-1956.

See our in-depth blog posts with links below: Revealed: C.R. Tucker: Restless Wanderer with a Camera, & Rescued: Dorothy Tucker: For the Love of a Daughter, to learn more.