Katherine Herzig 1922

"Katherine Herzig" is a 1922 portrait photograph by Alfred Stieglitz. This work showcases Stieglitz's mastery of the photographic medium, capturing the subject's essence with a focused composition and starkly realistic portrayal. The photograph's intimacy and straightforwardness exemplify the Pictorialist movement, which sought to elevate photography to the status of fine art. Stieglitz's work, often centered on his wife Georgia O'Keeffe and other notable figures, is considered a significant contribution to the history of American photography.