In the early twentieth century, Zaida Ben-Yusuf (1869-1933) was one of the busiest photographers in New York City, maintaining a fashionable studio on Fifth Avenue, exhibiting her distinctly modern portraits across America, Europe and Russia, and publishing work in many magazines. Her self-portraits also challenged traditional perceptions of female identity. This striking book celebrates Ben-Yusuf 's achievement, showcasing a significant selection of her elegant and compelling portraits featuring prominent artistic and political figures of the day, including Lincoln Steffens, Edith Wharton, Elsie de Wolfe and Robert Henri.
- ISBN10 1858944392
- ISBN13 9781858944395
- Publish Date 14 March 2008
- Publish Status Unknown
- Out of Print 7 September 2011
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Merrell Publishers Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 240
- Language English