Fotoalbum met 26 foto's van bekende personen en 2 fotoreproducties van schilderijen 1860 - 1920

This anonymous 19th-century album, "Fotoalbum met 26 foto's van bekende personen en 2 fotoreproducties van schilderijen," is a fascinating example of the social history of photography. Bound in brown leather with an intricate silver floral design, it contains 26 portraits of prominent figures and two reproductions of paintings, offering a glimpse into the lives and interests of its original owner. The album's ornate design and selection of subjects suggest it belonged to someone of means and status, likely reflecting the burgeoning popularity of photography as a means of capturing and sharing personal memories and connections.