Grand Duke Constantine and Son 1860s

This carte de visite photograph, created by Verry Fils in the 1860s, captures Grand Duke Constantine and his son in a formal portrait. The Duke, in military attire, holds a hat while his son, dressed in a white shirt with a bow tie, holds a hat in his lap. The image exemplifies the popular Victorian practice of documenting family members and conveying social status through photography. The photograph is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection, showcasing the role of photography in capturing historical figures and family dynamics.