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Edward Steichen (1879-1973) was an American photographer and curator. He was a pioneer of Pictorialism, a style that emphasized the artistic qualities of photography. Steichen's work is known for its technical mastery and its ability to capture the beauty of the natural world. He was also a pioneer of color photography, and his work in this area helped to establish the medium as a legitimate art form. Steichen’s images are known for their soft, atmospheric tones and their emphasis on mood and emotion. He played a pivotal role in the development of photography as an art form.
Born
1879
Died
1973