Mrs. Stieffel 1921

"Mrs. Stieffel" is a 1921 portrait by Alfred Stieglitz, a leading figure in the Photo-Secession movement. The photograph captures Mrs. Stieffel, likely a family friend, in a candid moment of contemplation and domesticity as she knits. Stieglitz's use of soft focus and the close-up composition creates an intimate and personal portrait that emphasizes Mrs. Stieffel's individuality and character. The photograph is notable for its directness and its rejection of traditional photographic conventions, reflecting the artistic principles of the Photo-Secession movement, which sought to elevate photography to the status of fine art.