[Album page with ten photographs of La Comtesse mounted recto and verso] 1861 - 1867

This album of ten photographs by French photographer Pierre-Louis Pierson (1822-1913) is part of a larger collection of cartes de visite. The album features a series of portraits of La Comtesse, a popular actress from the 19th century, in various poses. These small photographic prints, which were common in the mid-19th century, were exchanged as keepsakes and often featured portraits of celebrities. The images depict La Comtesse in various settings, including a stage-like scene with a set of props. The work showcases the artist's skill in capturing the beauty and allure of his subject. This album is now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.