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Mrs. Clarence Mackay with her children at Harbor Hill, Long Island, c
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Mrs. Clarence Mackay with her children at Harbor Hill, Long Island, c
MNY381504 Mrs. Clarence Mackay with her children at Harbor Hill, Long Island, c.1905 (platinum print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 35.6x27.9 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; (add.info.: Katherine Duer Mackay (1880-1930) was a society beauty who married the millionaire Clarence Mackay in 1898; She oversaw much of the building of Harbor Hill, their estate in Roslyn on Long Island; In 1910 she left her children to run away with the family doctor; ); eMuseum of the City of New York; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22408628
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B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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The captivating platinum print titled "Mrs. Clarence Mackay with her children at Harbor Hill, Long Island, c. 1905" offers a glimpse into the opulent world of an influential American family during the Edwardian era. In this photograph captured by Byron Company, we witness Mrs. Clarence Mackay (Katherine Duer Mackay) surrounded by her beloved children in their grand estate on Long Island. Measuring 35.6x27.9 cm, this exquisite image showcases not only the artistic mastery of the photographer but also the elegance and grace exuded by Mrs. Mackay herself as she stands amidst her offspring dressed in a stunning Edwardian gown. However, behind this idyllic scene lies a tale of scandal and heartbreak that would rock high society at its core. Despite overseeing much of the construction of Harbor Hill alongside her husband - millionaire Clarence Mackay - tragedy struck when Katherine abandoned her children to elope with their family doctor in 1910. This poignant photograph serves as a reminder that even within seemingly perfect lives, hidden complexities can unravel unexpectedly. Preserved within the Museum of the City of New York's collection, it allows us to reflect upon both the beauty and fragility found within human relationships while capturing an era defined by lavishness and societal expectations.
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