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Mrs Swan William H Mumler American 1832 1884
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Mrs Swan William H Mumler American 1832 1884
Mrs. Swan; William H. Mumler (American, 1832 - 1884); Boston, Massachusetts, United States; 1862 - 1875; Albumen silver print
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1832 1862 1875 1884 Boston Massachusetts Mumler Swan William H
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This albumen silver print from the Liszt Collection showcases "Mrs. Swan" as captured by renowned American photographer William H. Mumler between 1862 and 1875 in Boston, Massachusetts. The image exudes an air of mystery and intrigue, drawing viewers into a world where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur. In this ethereal portrait, Mrs. Swan's delicate features are illuminated by soft lighting, creating an otherworldly glow that seems to emanate from within her. Mumler's expertise in spirit photography is evident as he skillfully captures her essence with remarkable clarity and detail. The composition evokes a sense of melancholy, with Mrs. Swan gazing pensively into the distance. Her eyes hold a hint of longing or perhaps even sorrow, leaving us wondering about the stories hidden behind those hauntingly beautiful eyes. Mumler's work became highly controversial during his time due to allegations of fraudulence surrounding his spiritualist practices. Regardless of these controversies, there is no denying his talent for capturing emotion through his lens. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing photograph today, we are transported back to a time when belief in spirits and the afterlife was prevalent – a moment frozen forever on paper that continues to captivate our imagination centuries later.
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