Clara Louise Kellogg (1842-1916) c. 1868

This carte de visite photograph, taken by Jeremiah Gurney around 1868, features Clara Louise Kellogg, a renowned American opera singer. Kellogg is depicted in a seated pose, her elegant attire and refined features conveying her status as a leading figure in the performing arts. The image's delicate detail, achieved through the use of a wet-collodion process, captures the subtle nuances of Kellogg's expression and the texture of her clothing, showcasing the artistry of Gurney's photography. The photograph is a valuable document of both Kellogg's career and the popular culture of the late 19th century.