The Madame B Album c. 1870s

"The Madame B Album" is a photographic album created by French photographer Marie-Blanche Hennelle Fournier in the 1870s. The album showcases a series of portraits within decorative frames, arranged around a central photograph of a room interior. This work, now part of The Art Institute of Chicago's collection, is a unique example of Fournier's talent in creating intimate and personal photographic albums. The album's composition and the inclusion of both portraits and a scene from daily life offer a glimpse into the lives of the individuals depicted and Fournier's artistic vision.