Compositie (‘mosaïque’) met portretten van leden van Seminaire de la Chapelle St. Mesmin c. 1860 - 1875

This carte de visite by André-Adolphe-Eugène Disdéri depicts a group portrait of members of the Seminaire de la Chapelle St. Mesmin. The photograph features a central figure, likely a prominent member of the seminary, surrounded by smaller portraits of other individuals in a circular pattern. The lower portion of the image shows a larger group of people, possibly students or staff, in front of an architectural backdrop. This type of photographic arrangement was a popular practice in the 19th century, demonstrating the growing influence of photography in capturing social and religious groups. This work showcases Disdéri's skill in portraiture and group composition, representing a significant contribution to the development of early photography as an art form.