Frederic Monod (Paris) 1843 - 1847

This calotype portrait, taken by the Scottish photographers Hill and Adamson in 1843-1847, depicts Frederic Monod, a Parisian. The image is part of a series of portraits commissioned by Robert Liston, a Scottish art collector, who aimed to document prominent individuals of the time. Hill and Adamson are known for their pioneering work in portraiture, using the calotype process to capture sharp detail and a sense of naturalism. This work, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to their artistry and the burgeoning field of photography in the 19th century.