Rebecca Salsbury Strand 1922

"Rebecca Salsbury Strand" is a 1922 photograph by Alfred Stieglitz, a pioneer of modern photography. The photograph is a close-up, black and white portrait of Rebecca Salsbury, the artist’s second wife, submerged in water. The photo emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow on her body and the rippling water, capturing a moment of intimacy and sensuality. Stieglitz’s innovative use of the camera and his focus on the female form pushed the boundaries of photography and helped solidify the medium as an art form. This work is currently on display at the Art Institute of Chicago.