A portrait of 'Mrs Rousby'
London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company
1875
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company
1875
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photo shows a woman with long, wavy hair dressed in a loose, flowing robe. She’s holding a large cross over her head, looking upward with her eyes closed. The lighting is soft, making her face and the cross stand out against a dark background. The photo was taken by a company that made early 3D images, and the woman is labeled as "Mrs. Rousby." The cross suggests she might be playing the role of Mary Magdalene. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more photos like this one.
