Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1856
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1856
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photo shows Marie Wilton, an actress, in a theatrical costume. She's posing in a studio setting. The photo is a type of "carte de visite", which was popular back then. These small photos were made from glass negatives and attached to card backing. They were used like visiting cards, but with a photo instead of just a name. This was a new way for people to share pictures of themselves. You can learn more about this type of photography at the museum: Victoria and Albert Museum.
