View 3 shows Gertie Messinger (sitting) and Mrs. Della Peterson along with an unidentified man looking at an art deco sculpture titled "Dance Macabre" that is posed on a ledge. The man appears to be giving the models an impromptu art lesson. This sculpture was displayed at an art show in L.A. It is unknown if the man pictured here is the artist. The young models are stylishly dressed, wearing 1920s or 1930s fashions. Photo dated: March 28, 1929.
Messinger, Gertie Peterson, Della Clothing and dress--California--Los Angeles Models (Persons)--California--Los Angeles Figure sculpture--California--Los Angeles Exhibitions--California--Los Angeles Sculpture--California--Los Angeles Art deco Art--California--Los Angeles Art--Exhibitions
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