Carl Van Vechten
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American writer and photographer (1880–1964)
Carl Van Vechten (June 17, 1880 – December 21, 1964) was an American writer and artistic photographer. He was known for taking pictures of many famous celebrities during the late 1930s and early 1940s. He was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Carl Van Vechten | |
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 Photographic self-portrait by Carl Van Vechten, taken in 1934 | |
| Born | Carl Van Vechten June 17, 1880 Cedar Rapids, Iowa, U.S. |
| Died | December 21, 1964 (aged 84) New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Education | Washington High School |
| Alma mater | University of Chicago |
| Spouse(s) | Anna Snyder (?–1912), |
Vechten was married to actress Fania Marinoff from 1914 until his death in 1964. Vechten died in New York City, New York, aged 84.
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