Miss Douglas; Mlle Isaline Motte; Miss Fanny Evans; Miss Catinka Smith; Mrs Leitch née Lloyd; Miss Martin; Capt. & Mrs Hibbert; Miss Cecilia Regnell by John Dillwyn Llewelyn

Miss Douglas; Mlle Isaline Motte; Miss Fanny Evans; Miss Catinka Smith; Mrs Leitch née Lloyd; Miss Martin; Capt. & Mrs Hibbert; Miss Cecilia Regnell 1853 - 1856

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portrait

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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muted colour palette

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photo restoration

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historical fashion

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old-timey

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19th century

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men

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

John Dillwyn Llewelyn's "Miss Douglas; Mlle Isaline Motte; Miss Fanny Evans; Miss Catinka Smith; Mrs Leitch née Lloyd; Miss Martin; Capt. & Mrs Hibbert; Miss Cecilia Regnell" is a collection of eight albumen prints, showcasing various individuals in the mid-19th century. The work was created between 1853 and 1856, showcasing the artistry of Llewelyn, known for his contributions to photography during the Victorian era. The prints, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, capture the fashion, style, and social nuances of the time. The composition of the albumen prints, with their varying rectangular and oval frames, emphasizes the individuality of each subject and contributes to the album's overall visual appeal. This work offers a valuable glimpse into the lives of the Victorian era through the lens of Llewelyn’s photographic eye.

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