Untitled [portrait of an unidentified actress] 1858 - 1869

"Untitled [portrait of an unidentified actress]" is a carte de visite photograph by Jeremiah Gurney, taken between 1858 and 1869. The photograph depicts an unidentified actress seated in a chair, her elaborate dress filling the composition. The subject's gaze is directed towards the viewer, creating a sense of intimacy. This small-scale photographic format, popular in the 19th century, was often used to capture portraits of prominent figures and performers. This work is in the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art.