When you say, “Drama,” I say, “Evelyn Brent.” Exhibit A, these photos taken by Otto Dyar.
The Stunningly Dramatic Evelyn Brent
(I believe these were a series of promotional photos for the actress herself and are not tied to any individual films — but then, with so many lost silent films, it’s difficult to say… Perhaps “Salome” is the title of a film and not just the character she created in the photograph?)
It’s not just the stunning photographs, the bold black and white fashions, or even Brent’s singular beauty…
Evelyn Brent As "Salome" (Photo By Otto Dyar)
It’s the accessories.
Evelyn Brent: Hair & Accessories
The barrettes or combs in the hair — and the pearls, oh, the pearls!
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I’m pretty sure Salome was a film of her’s but I’m just not sure. These photos are amazing – pearls everywhere!!
That last close up shot is fantastic! I love that serious expression, the hairdo, and all those pearls.