[Steichen, E. (1879-1973)]. Anonymous (1st half 20th cent.). (Edward Steichen photographing his Delphiniums).

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The captions read: "Edward Steichen, world famous photographer, opened today a one-week showing of his delphiniums at the Museum of Modern Art. He is showing new varieties of dephiniums developed by him by 26 years of cross-breeding and selection at his estate in Connecticut. (...) 06/24/36" and "New varieties bred by Edward Steichen, the famous photographer. To be exhibited (the actual flowers) at the Museum of Modern Art, 11 West 53 Street, from Wednesday, June 24, through Wednesday, July 1." From the collection of Henri van der Tol. SEE ILLUSTRATION PLATE XL.