1920s Iconic Glass Negative of a Notable Figure

This glass negative, titled Hofmann, was captured by the Bain News Service between 1920 and 1925. It features a notable individual or scene significant to its time. The period was a transformative era in American history, marked by the aftermath of World War I and the onset of the Roaring Twenties, a time characterized by economic prosperity and cultural change.

The Bain News Service played a crucial role in documenting events and personalities of the era through photography. Their work provided a glimpse into daily life and important figures of the period, making historical moments accessible to the public. This photo, part of the George Grantham Bain Collection, reflects the artistry and technical skills of early 20th-century photography, preserved in its glass negative format. Such images are vital for understanding not just the people who lived then, but the broader social and cultural shifts happening across America.