Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1873
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1873
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photograph shows Blanche Pierson, an actress, in a studio portrait. She's dressed in formal attire, which was typical for these kinds of photos. The photo was used for 'cartes de visite', a popular way for actors to share their image with fans. The 'cartes de visite' were small, like visiting cards, and very popular during the 1860s. They were made from glass negatives and attached to stiff card backing with the photographer's name printed on it. You can learn more about this type of photography at the museum: Victoria and Albert Museum.
