Mlle Mercier; Mlles Mercier et Rousseau 1863

André-Adolphe-Eugène Disdéri, a pioneer in photographic portraiture, created this carte-de-visite album page in 1863. The photograph features Mlle Mercier, a popular actress of the time, in various poses. Disdéri, known for his innovative use of the collodion process, captures her in a series of charming and theatrical poses, highlighting her character and persona. The album page, a popular format for sharing photographs, provides a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of 19th-century France, showcasing the rise of celebrity culture and the evolving role of photography in documenting and disseminating images.