Untitled 1859

This albumen print, taken in 1859 by an anonymous photographer, shows a group portrait of individuals, possibly a family, posed on the steps of a grand building. The photograph, part of an album, is a testament to the developing art of photography during the 19th century and captures a snapshot of a particular social circle. The image, currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a valuable record of a moment frozen in time.