Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1864
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1864
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photograph is from October 1864. It shows Adah Isaacs Menken as Mazeppa. The photograph was made for a 'carte de visite', a type of small photo card that was popular at the time. People collected these cards, which often featured actors and actresses in costume. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to learn more about this type of photography.
