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Berenice Abbott

1898 – 1991

Berenice Abbott
Modern
Modern

Berenice Abbott

Born 1898 Died 1991 Works span 1928–1976

Early Life and Artistic Foundations Berenice Abbott, born Berenice Alice Abbott on July 17, 1898, in Springfield, Ohio, embarked on a journey that would establish her as a pioneering figure in American photography. Her early life was marked by a restless spirit and a burgeoning artistic sensibility. After briefly attending The Ohio State University in 1918, she gravitated towards the vibrant energy of New York City, seeking to hone he…

73
dated works
1
chapters
1928
first work
1976
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Berenice Abbott's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Berenice Abbott's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.