(A)ddressing Race in Winold Reiss’s Portraits from the 1920s (original) (raw)

The paper explores the representation of race in Winold Reiss's portraits from the 1920s, delving into the broader societal context of racial dynamics during that era. It discusses the impacts of discriminatory laws on Asian-American communities and the portrayal of African-Americans in media, linking these representations to the politics of race and identity. By analyzing Reiss's work, the study highlights the interplay between art and social issues, shedding light on the marginalization of racial groups and the cultural narratives of the time.