Fascinating Early-20th-Century Color Photos of Famous People [courtesy Flavorwire]
There are several writers included. Be sure to come back and let us know your favourite!
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Although he isn’t a writer, I think my favorite picture is of King Edward VII – got to love a man in a kilt!
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Shaw is my favourite, but I love a man in a kilt, too. Just ask my husband.
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My fav is Shaw! 🙂
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You know he is my fave, too!
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I like all of them, maybe especially the wonderful dress Klimt’s lady is wearing with the sheer emerald topper. We so rarely see clothing of this period in color.
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I think all of these photos are just lovely, including the clothes! Shaw is my number one pick, of course, but then Shaw is my number one pick for most things.
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Very interesting.
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I agree!
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i loved seeing twain reading, looking so casual , just like i do when i read. also rodin with one of his sculptures. that pic was so ethereal.
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I think they are all just so fascinating. It is hard for me to choose, but Shaw always wins for me!
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My favorites are of Mark Twain. Looks like he was ornery!!
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Or are confirmation of his orneriness!
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I love Charlie Chaplin’s spirit. And his smile is electric and sweet – as he seemed to be. 🙂
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He had that x factor, to be sure!
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He did…didn’t he???? Awww, RIP Charlie…
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Wow – Charlie Chaplin IN COLOUR! Love!
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Such a rare image! I love it, too.
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