La Coucher 1860s

“La Coucher” is a 19th-century photograph by Pierre-Louis Pierson, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The photograph captures a woman in a dress, likely preparing for bed, with the drapery of her gown partially obscuring her face. This intriguing image is a testament to Pierson’s work in the early days of photography, offering a glimpse into 19th-century portraiture, capturing the intimate and fleeting moments of everyday life.