Graham, Martha. (1894–1991). Signed Photograph. Signed portrait of the American dancer, choreographer and teacher, a pioneer of modern dance, in a domestic setting, ca. 1970. Inscribed to Paul McMahon. Handstamp, "Martha Graham Dance Company by arrangement with Harold Shaw," to verso. 10.25 x 8 inches (25.8 x 20.5 cm). Borders very slightly trimmed, otherwise in fine condition.
Graham was the first dancer to perform at the White House and receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction. "Graham technique has been called the 'cornerstone' of American modern dance and has been taught worldwide. It is widely regarded as the first codified modern dance technique. The phrase 'Graham technique' was registered as a trademark before Graham's death, and was the subject of a trademark dispute in the early 2000s." After Wikipedia
From the collection of Paul McMahon, a critic, photographer and artist who worked for more than 13 years touring with Marlene Dietrich as the icon’s stage manager, announcer, dresser, secretary and escort, and later spent 25 years as an arts and entertainment reviewer and photographer with Gay Community News, Esplanade, Tommy’s Connection, The Mirror, Bay Windows and other publications.
Graham, Martha. (1894–1991). Signed Photograph. Signed portrait of the American dancer, choreographer and teacher, a pioneer of modern dance, in a domestic setting, ca. 1970. Inscribed to Paul McMahon. Handstamp, "Martha Graham Dance Company by arrangement with Harold Shaw," to verso. 10.25 x 8 inches (25.8 x 20.5 cm). Borders very slightly trimmed, otherwise in fine condition.
Graham was the first dancer to perform at the White House and receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction. "Graham technique has been called the 'cornerstone' of American modern dance and has been taught worldwide. It is widely regarded as the first codified modern dance technique. The phrase 'Graham technique' was registered as a trademark before Graham's death, and was the subject of a trademark dispute in the early 2000s." After Wikipedia
From the collection of Paul McMahon, a critic, photographer and artist who worked for more than 13 years touring with Marlene Dietrich as the icon’s stage manager, announcer, dresser, secretary and escort, and later spent 25 years as an arts and entertainment reviewer and photographer with Gay Community News, Esplanade, Tommy’s Connection, The Mirror, Bay Windows and other publications.