Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1885
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1885
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photo shows actress Jane Hading on stage in 1885. It’s an albumen print from a glass negative, pasted on thick card stock. Such cards were called “cabinet cards.” They replaced the earlier “cartes de visite” and became big business for photographers. Victorian actors loved these cards. They used them to share their faces with fans. Jane Hading’s photo shows her in costume as Le Prince Zillah. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum next.
