Denishawn dance company founder Ruth St. Denis and husband Ted Shawn with a smattering of vestal virgins circa 1920. View full size. G.G. Bain Collection.
The third girl standing from the left is definitely Brooksie, based on close examination after blowing it up and comparison to other photos. Hadn't seen this one before, so thanks for the post.
[Plus we have Martha Graham down in front. - Dave]
Submitted by sjmills on Tue, 07/01/2008 - 11:07am.
Another example of the horrid and goofy baby-lips lipstick application of the period on at least 3 of the girls. And I think Mr. Shawn's makeup inspired the entire '80s New Wave look.
Submitted by Anonymous Tipster on Tue, 07/01/2008 - 3:53am.
Yes, Louise Brooks was a member of Denishawn. I don't recall the exact years she was a member. That may or may not be her with the bob haircut in the center of the picture.
Is that Martha Graham in the front? She would have been in the company during this time.
