1864 - 1946
Alfred Stieglitz was an American photographer and modern art promoter, born on January 1, 1864, in Hoboken, New Jersey. He is best known for his role in elevating photography to an art form and for his influential galleries, particularly the 291 Gallery in New York City, where he showcased works of prominent artists. Stieglitz was also an important figure in the development of modernist art movements in the early 20th century.