Untitled (Portrait of Four Children) 1850 - 1899

"Untitled (Portrait of Four Children)" is a carte de visite photograph, a popular format in the 19th century, featuring four children posed formally. The photograph is attributed to an anonymous artist and dates from 1850-1899, suggesting it was taken during the era of the American Civil War. This genre of portrait photography was popular for capturing family members and documenting their likeness for posterity. The image is currently part of the collection at the Art Institute of Chicago.