Dancer José Limón sitting on an empty floor against a blank background leaning back on his elbows.
Context
Raised in Southern California, Barbara Morgan began her career as a photographer after moving to New York City in 1930. Her first book (which she is still best known for) is titled ‘Martha Graham: Sixteen Dances in Photographs’, a selection of photos taken of dancers from Martha Graham's dance company. In this photo, we see José Limón performing a dance inspired by his Mexican background. Limón is remembered for his powerful choreography that conveyed meaning about the human experience.
Acquisition
Accession
5000.98
Source or Donor
Lawrence Walner
Acquisition Method
Gift
Credit Line
Collection of DePaul University, Gift of Lawrence Walner
Made/Created
Artist
Morgan, Barbara
Notes
Creation Date: 1944, printed c. 1980
Ethnography
Notes
American
North America, United States
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Inscription
Location
B
Transcription
Barbara Morgan - 1944, Jose Limon - Mexican Suite - Peon
