Morton Schamberg 1910 - 1914

Morton Schamberg took this photograph in his studio at an unknown date. You can see him here looking stylish! What I love is the window into his world – the objects he collected, the paintings on the walls, the way he chose to present himself. I imagine him carefully arranging the space, considering each element. I wonder what he was thinking at the time? Was he satisfied with his progress as an artist? Was he contemplating new directions, new ideas? The photograph feels like a self-portrait, not just of his physical appearance, but of his inner life, his aspirations, his doubts. It's fascinating to think about the conversations artists have across time, how they inspire and influence one another. Schamberg, like all artists, was part of this ongoing dialogue, building on what came before, pushing towards something new.