Le beau bras 1860s

"Le beau bras" is a carte-de-visite photograph by Pierre-Louis Pierson, a French photographer who specialized in portraiture. The photograph depicts a woman in a fashionable dress, posed against a backdrop of draped fabric. This image showcases the popularity of carte-de-visites during the 19th century as a way to capture and share personal portraits. Pierson’s work often captured individuals in elegant poses, highlighting the societal ideals of beauty and grace prevalent during the period. This intimate portrait, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, offers a glimpse into the fashion and portraiture trends of the 1860s.