Prince Lobkowitz 1858

This carte-de-visite, created by the pioneering photographer André-Adolphe-Eugène Disdéri in 1858, features Prince Lobkowitz in a series of eight poses. The format, popularized by Disdéri, was a small, inexpensive photograph that became a social phenomenon in the mid-19th century. Disdéri's innovative process allowed him to create multiple images on a single glass plate, resulting in a cost-effective way to produce and distribute portraits. This example is a testament to the technical advancement and cultural impact of photography during the Victorian era.