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The Crystal Ball

1931

Jacques-Henri Lartigue

(French, 1894–1986)
Culture
France, 20th century
Medium
gelatin silver print, toned
Measurements
Image: 23.7 x 30 cm (9 5/16 x 11 13/16 in.); Paper: 24.2 x 30 cm (9 1/2 x 11 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
John L. Severance Fund 2007.149
Copyright
Photograph by Jacques Henri Lartigue © Ministère de la Culture - France / AAJHL
This artwork is known to be under copyright.
Location
Not on view
Print

Description

Holding this symbol of divination and future sight is Reneé Perle, Lartigue’s lover and muse from 1930-32. Through reflection, the ball makes visible some of the elements that were behind the camera.

The Crystal Ball

1931

Jacques-Henri Lartigue

(French, 1894–1986)
France, 20th century

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