$1,046
Rosalind Maingot (Australian/British, 1894-1947) Chrysalis , c. 1935. Signed "Rosalind Maingot" in red pencil on the mount l.r. Toned gelatin silver print mounted to silver foil and then to a paper support, image/sheet size 19 3/16 x 15 3/8 in. (48.7 x 39.0 cm), matted, framed. Condition: Scattered minor scuffs and areas of light discoloration, creases to corners, tears to bottom edge of mount. N.B. After working as an actress, the Australian-born Maingot studied at the London School of Photography. In addition to still lifes and flowers, she is known for her figure studies of women which were influenced by her previous acting career in terms of pose and expressiveness. She later became a successful medical photographer, working alongside her surgeon husband, and was instrumental in setting up the Royal Photographic Society's Medical Group.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2016-05-13