The Madame B Album c. 1870s

"The Madame B Album" (c. 1870s) is a collection of nine cartes de visite photographs arranged in a geometric pattern, showcasing various individuals from the 19th century. The album is attributed to Marie-Blanche Hennelle Fournier (1831-1906), a French photographer known for her portraits. These small-format photographs, popular in the mid-19th century, were often collected in albums and served as mementos or social currency. The album is currently part of the The Art Institute of Chicago's permanent collection.