[Carte-de-Visite Album of British and European Royalty] 1860s - 1870s

This album of carte-de-visite photographs features portraits of British and European royalty from the 1860s to the 1870s. The album was likely assembled as a personal collection, showcasing the fashion and cultural trends of the era. The album includes portraits by famed photographer F. Joubert, known for his elegant and detailed photographs of the elite. The intimate format of the carte-de-visite, popular throughout the 19th century, allowed for the dissemination of images of royalty among the general public. This album, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the Victorian era.