Sèriè à la Ristori 1860s

"Sèriè à la Ristori" is a portrait photograph by French artist Pierre-Louis Pierson, dating back to the 1860s. The work, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, depicts the renowned Italian actress Adelaide Ristori, a prominent figure in the theater world of the 19th century. The photograph captures Ristori in a contemplative pose, her expression hinting at the emotional depth she brought to her stage roles. Pierson's meticulous attention to detail and the use of light and shadow create a sense of depth and realism in the image.