Portret van een Franse actrice op de rug gezien before 1873

"Portret van een Franse actrice op de rug gezien" is a carte de visite photograph created by the studio of Gaston et Mathieu sometime before 1873. The photograph, measuring 89 mm in height and 55 mm in width, captures a young woman from behind, her face obscured. Her dress is ornate and fashionable, suggesting she may be an actress or someone of social standing. The carte de visite format was popular in the 19th century, allowing people to easily share and collect photographs. This photograph provides a glimpse into the fashion and photography trends of the time, specifically in France.