Sepia Saturday

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Rizzuto, Angelo, photographer. Woman sitting with luggage in Penn Station. United States New York Pennsylvania Station New York State, 1958. [07/58] Photograph. https://www.loc.gov/item/2020636556/.

It's been a while since I've posted for Sepia Saturday and I do resolve to remedy that, but who knows if I'll have another 6 day a week job (which was supposed to be a 5 day a week job).

Eishōsai Chōki, Active , Artist. Hibachi. Japan, 1794. [, Printed Later] Photograph. https://www.loc.gov/item/2008660674/.


Gems of American life Woman sitting in chair with hand under chin. , 1871. Photograph. https://www.loc.gov/item/2022654648/.

Inspired by this week's Sepia Saturday prompt. 




Comments

  1. Mike BrubakerJanuary 9, 2023 at 9:49 AM

    A neat trio of contemplative women. I like the first one which has a hint of mystery. Best wishes for 2023!

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  2. La NightingailJanuary 9, 2023 at 8:55 PM

    I can't help but wonder where the gal in the first photo was heading? She looked so pretty sitting there waiting.

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  3. KristinJanuary 13, 2023 at 6:24 AM

    I'm wondering how the woman with hibachi managed to cook with her hands hidden in her sleeves.

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