Le petit Russe 1860s

"Le petit Russe" is a carte de visite photograph by French photographer Pierre-Louis Pierson, depicting a young boy in a formal outfit. The image is a classic example of the portraiture popularized by this format, capturing the subject with a focus on details like the boy's clothing and expression. The photograph, dated to the 1860s, highlights the artistry of early photography and the evolving trends in portraiture during this period. It is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's extensive collection of photographs and serves as a valuable document of 19th-century fashion and childhood.