The choicest master-pieces of the picture-gallery of Dresden 1864

This is the title page of a book published in 1864 by Hanns Hanfstaengl, a well-known photographer who served as the official photographer for the King of Saxony and his family. This volume features a collection of the "choicest master-pieces" of the Dresden Picture Gallery, known for its collection of European paintings. This book serves as a historical record of the gallery's collection in the mid-19th century, providing valuable insight into the tastes and interests of the time. The title page, with its elegant typography and simple layout, reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of the era.