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Laura Dreyfus Barney
Laura Dreyfus Barney: A Portraitist of Souls The early twentieth century witnessed a quiet revolution in portraiture, one driven by a desire to capture not just likeness but the very essence of a subject’s being. Within this movement emerged Laura Dreyfus Barney (née Laura Clifford Barney), an American artist whose work stands apart through its profound empathy and strikingly intimate depictions of women – particularly those who defied
societal expectations. Born in Cincinnati in 1879, into a family steeped in both artistic and industrial heritage, Barney’s life was one of intellectual curiosity, international travel, and unwavering devotion to the Baháʼí Faith, all of which profoundly shaped her unique artistic vision. Barney's upbringing provided an unusual foundation for an artist. Her mother, Alice Pike Barney, a celebrated poet, artist, and socialite, fostered…