Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1861
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1861
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph is a 1861 photographic by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
You see a photograph of Squire Bancroft, an actor from the Victorian era. The photo is a type of portrait that was popular back then, used for 'cartes de visite' and 'cabinet cards'. These were small photos attached to card backing, often with the photographer's name printed on them. Check out the technique used in this photo, which is similar to works that utilize chiaroscuro.
