T. S. ELIOT (1950, 1961) Set of 2 photos

London, New York: Wire Photos, 1950, 1961. Set of two vintage original 7 x 9″ (17 x 22 cm) black-and-white glossy silver gelatin photos. Minor use, near fine.

T. S. Eliot (1888-1965) was a poet, playwright, literary critic and publisher who helped shape twentieth century literature. A leader of the modernist movement, Eliot’s work broke away from nineteenth century poetry and romanticism, embracing ambiguity and intellectual complexity. His poems explore themes of alienation, disillusionment, and the search for meaning in the modern world, often using a conversational tone and fragmented structure. (Wikipedia)

The 1950 portrait from London states that Eliot is about to lecture in the United States. The 1961 photo with his wife Esmé is taken in New York as they are about to travel to Jamaica.