Mm. de Ségur c. 1874

This portrait photograph by Caret, taken around 1874, depicts Mme. de Ségur, a prominent French author known for her children's literature. The image captures her seated in a simple pose, her gaze directed towards the viewer. Her attire, with a lace-trimmed cap and a dark dress, reflects the fashion of the time. The photograph's composition is straightforward, highlighting Mme. de Ségur's presence and emphasizing her importance as a figure of both literary and social prominence. The photograph is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.