Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1850
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photograph is from the late 19th century. It's a work by Robinson & Co. The photograph is of Zaré Thalberg, and it was made during a time when photography was a new and exciting development. People, especially actors and actresses, would have their photos taken to create 'cartes de visite' or 'cabinet cards' to share with others. You can learn more about this kind of photography by looking up the work of the artist: Robinson & Co.