Portrait Study 1917

"Portrait Study" is a 1917 photograph by Morton Schamberg. The piece depicts a seated woman wearing glasses, a black velvet jacket, and a white satin collar. The subject's face is obscured by shadows, but her silhouette is clearly visible against the wall. The photograph is in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY. This work exemplifies Schamberg's mastery of light and shadow, creating a stark contrast. It is a captivating example of the artist's photographic style, which emphasized realism and a sense of psychological depth.