Margrethe Mather
American photographer and visual artist

Born
1886
139 years ago
Died
December 25th, 1952
72 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A pioneer in photography, specialized in innovative techniques and creativity. Worked primarily in the early 20th century, collaborating with notable figures in the art community. Mather's style combined elements of modernism and pictorialism, influencing the development of photography as an art form. Contributed significantly to the San Francisco art scene and participated in prominent exhibitions.
Developed unique photographic techniques
Exhibited works in the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
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