In what decade did Van Vechten start his photography career?
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
Answer
Van Vechten began his photography career in the 1930s, predominantly capturing portraits of renowned personalities from various fields, including the Harlem Renaissance luminaries such as Langston Hughes and Zora Neale Hurston. His compelling portraits humanized these individuals, challenging prevailing perceptions and contributing to a more nuanced representation of African American figures during that period.
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