Ella Dietz 1869 - 1874

"Ella Dietz" is a stereoscopic photograph taken by Jeremiah Gurney in 1869-1874. The image, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, captures a woman, possibly Ella Dietz, in a striking pose. She holds a fan in her right hand and looks over her shoulder with a slight expression of melancholy. Her dark hair is adorned with a white flower, and she wears a dark, lace-trimmed shawl. Gurney, a renowned photographer, was known for his use of light and shadow in his portraits, capturing the individual personalities of his subjects. This particular photograph, with its intimate composition and evocative details, exemplifies his talent.