Tweede bedrijf, tweede scène van Robert le Diable 1873 - 1874

This stereo card photograph by Charles Dauvois, created between 1873 and 1874, captures a scene from the opera "Robert le Diable," by Giacomo Meyerbeer. The image depicts a crowded scene with many figures, possibly representing a chorus of dancers. The setting appears to be a stage, with a backdrop suggesting a grand, archway-filled structure. The two images, meant to be viewed through a stereoscope, create a three-dimensional effect, enhancing the viewer's sense of the scene's depth and perspective. Stereoscopic photography was popular in the mid-19th century, capturing dramatic moments and offering audiences a glimpse into the world of theater and performance.