Her Majesty, Queen Victoria 1866

This carte-de-visite photograph, taken by French photographer André-Adolphe-Eugène Disdéri in 1866, features Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. The portrait, now in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, shows the Queen in a simple yet elegant pose, highlighting her regal presence and the enduring power of the monarchy. Disdéri, known for his innovative photographic techniques, captured Victoria's likeness with a sharp focus and meticulous detail, characteristic of the popular carte-de-visite format. The image captures a snapshot of a significant historical figure during a period of immense change.