The Madame B Album c. 1870s

"The Madame B Album" is an album of photographs created by Marie-Blanche Hennelle Fournier in the 1870s. The album features a decorative arrangement of portraits and a central image of a dog resting on a pillow. The intricate design, featuring red and gold accents, highlights the importance of family and pets in Victorian culture. This album, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, provides a glimpse into the lives of the subjects and showcases Fournier's artistic skill in capturing these intimate moments. This album is a fascinating example of Victorian photography.