Four Sisters, 40 Photos: Capturing 40 Years of Priceless Memories

1976

"Who are these sisters? We’re never told much, except for their names: from left to right, Heather, Mimi, Bebe, and Laurie. Bebe, with the intense gaze, is Nixon’s wife. The natural urge is to look for clues, but as Nixon intended, this photo series doesn’t reveal anything about the sisters’ background—only their striking faces and poses.

Are they Irish? Perhaps Italian? We don’t know, and that mystery only adds to their allure. Standing outside in Hartford, wearing whimsical dresses, the unique charm of the sisters inspired Nixon to create one of the most memorable projects of his career."