Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1843
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1843
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
You see a photograph of a woman dressed as Phedre, a character from a play. She's posing in a studio, wearing a costume. The photo is interesting because it shows how actors and actresses used to promote themselves with special cards called 'cartes de visite'. These cards were like visiting cards, but with a photo on them. They were very popular during the 1800s. The woman in the photo, Rachel, is dressed in a theatrical costume. You can learn more about this type of photography at the museum: Victoria and Albert Museum.
