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Elisabeth Marbury

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(1856-1933) American literary and talent agent; translator

United StatesPoliticiansLived 1856 to 1933 · aged 76
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Elisabeth Marbury was a pioneering American theatrical and literary agent and producer who helped shape business methods of the modern commercial theater, and encouraged women to enter that industry.

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Bessie Marbury and Elsie de Wolfe, from My Crystal Ball (published 1923)Bessie Marbury and Elsie de Wolfe, from My Crystal Ball (published 1923)Irving House, New York City, NYIrving House, New York City, NYWilliam Bruce Ellis Ranken (1881-1941)/LOC cph.3c13318. Photograph of painting by William Rankin of Elisabeth Marbury in her summer homeWilliam Bruce Ellis Ranken (1881-1941)/LOC cph.3c13318. Photograph of painting by William Rankin of Elisabeth Marbury in her summer homeInterior of Elsie De Wolfe' music pavilion looking out on to the pool, The Villa Trianon, William Bruce Ellis RankenInterior of Elsie De Wolfe' music pavilion looking out on to the pool, The Villa Trianon, William Bruce Ellis Ranken

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Elisabeth Marbury was a pioneering American theatrical and literary agent and producer who helped shape business methods of the modern commercial theater, and encouraged women to enter that industry. Since 1892, Marbury had been living openly in a lesbian relationship with Elsie de Wolfe, a prominent socialite and famous interior decorator.

Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1856 to 1933 · aged 76
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4 languages

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