Constance Queniaux 1860

This carte-de-visite, created in 1860 by renowned photographer André-Adolphe-Eugène Disdéri, showcases Constance Queniaux in a series of six poses. Disdéri's innovative "carte-de-visite" format, popularized in the 1850s, enabled the mass production of small, affordable photographs. This album page, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection, reveals Queniaux in varying poses and attire, highlighting the artistic possibilities of this new photographic medium. The photographs capture Queniaux's elegance and charm, reflecting the fashionable trends of the era. This piece is a testament to Disdéri's mastery of portraiture and the enduring legacy of the carte-de-visite format.