Vivian Maier (American, 1926-2009) A Melancholic Celebration, circa 1950s Gelatin silver print 4-3/8 x 3-5/8 inches (11.1 x 9.2 cm) (image) 5 x 3-7/8 inches (sheet) From the Ron Slattery collection As Vivian Maier was well known to have taken many photographs of the children she watched after, there is a particular selection of seemingly sad children in her repertoire. In A Melancholic Celebration, rather than directing the children to smile as is common in birthday party photos, Maier captures them with subdued and melancholic expressions. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
