The Brief, Brilliant Career of Rita Senger
Who was Rita Senger, the illustrator behind a 1915 Vogue cover and the August 1919 Vanity Fair? My post traces her swift rise and sudden disappearance from archives, how I found her granddaughter, and practical tips for researching forgotten women illustrators and vintage magazine illustration history.
Rolly's Take
For the intrepid seeker of stories tucked away in the corners of history, this blog offers a gentle unveiling of forgotten talent and heritage. It invites those who relish the nuance of personal narratives — where art meets family, and legacies are rediscovered through the whispers of descendants. A quiet homage to the women lost to time, it beckons a reader with a curious heart and a mind eager to explore the past’s intricate tapestry.