The Morning Call 1860 - 1901

"The Morning Call" is a stereoscopic photograph created by Anthony and Company between 1860 and 1901, currently held by the Art Institute of Chicago. This stereoscopic image depicts a Victorian parlor scene with three women, one seated, one standing, and the other kneeling, captured in a moment of domesticity. The composition's focus on the seated woman, likely receiving the titular call, emphasizes the social hierarchy and the importance of decorum in 19th-century society. This image showcases the artistry of the Anthony firm, known for their contributions to the development of stereoscopic photography.