Princess of Wales 1860s

silver, print, photography

photo of handprinted image

aged paper

toned paper

16_19th-century

silver

yellowing background

photo restoration

parchment

print

white palette

tea stained

photography

yellow element

men

watercolor

This carte de visite, a popular format for photographic portraits in the mid-19th century, captures Princess Alexandra of Denmark, the future Queen of England, in a formal pose. Taken by photographer F. Deron in Brussels, the photograph highlights her elegant attire and thoughtful expression, showcasing the fashion trends and social customs of the era. The image is a valuable glimpse into the life of a royal figure and the art of photography during the reign of Queen Victoria.