Traité général de photographie 1856

"Traité général de photographie" is a book by D. Van Monckhoven, published in 1856 by A. Gaudin et frères. The book is a treatise on photography, exploring the science of light's chemical action and its applications to the arts and sciences. This particular edition is described as “considerably augmented,” highlighting the evolving nature of the photographic process. The book was likely a key resource for photographers during the mid-19th century, contributing to the development and understanding of this groundbreaking technology.