[MODRZEJEWSKA Helena]. Handwritten dedication of Helena Modrzejewska on photograph, dated 1903.
Portrait photograph of the actress (heavily damaged) form. 21.3x15 cm, on paper backing, taken at the atelier of Józef Sebald in Kraków. Handwritten dedicationat the upper edge: "Helence Popielecka from her loving aunt Helena Modrzejewska Chłapowska 1903". Photo overburnt at the bottom, with a loss of about 20%, stains and a tear in the paper backing.
H. Modrzejewska (1840-1909) - one of the most prominent Polish dramatic actresses, specializing in Shakespearean repertoire, emigrated to the USA in 1876, and accepted American citizenship in 1883. Her son was Rudolf Modrzejewski, an engineer, one of the most distinguished bridge builders in America.
H. Popielecka (1890-1972) - painter, later wife of Franciszek Goc.
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