Untitled (a poet) c. 1892 - 1905

Editor: Here we have Sarah Choate Sears' photograph, "Untitled (a poet)." The tonality feels so soft, like a faded memory. What do you make of it? Curator: It whispers, doesn't it? Sears captures the essence of contemplation. That gaze, unwavering yet gentle, suggests a mind teeming with verse. It’s as if she's bottled the very spirit of poetry. Editor: Do you think the soft focus contributes to that? Curator: Absolutely! It diffuses the harsh edges, inviting us into a more intimate space with the subject, almost as if we are glimpsing his soul. A very intentional choice by Sears, wouldn't you agree? Editor: I do. I feel like I can almost hear him thinking. Thanks! Curator: My pleasure. It’s these quiet moments that often speak the loudest, don’t they?