Miss Cora met twee leeuwen in een kooi before 1886

"Miss Cora met twee leeuwen in een kooi" is a photograph by Frédéric Boissonnas, created before 1886. The small-format photograph captures a captivating scene of a woman, Miss Cora, interacting with two lions inside a cage. This photograph, likely taken during a circus performance, showcases the daring and captivating nature of such acts. The image is a snapshot of a pivotal moment in a lion taming performance, and the tension between the woman and the lions is palpable. The photograph is a testament to Boissonnas' skill in capturing the essence of a moment, and it offers a glimpse into the world of early photographic documentation.