La tête renversée 1860s

"La tête renversée" (The Tilted Head), a photograph taken in the 1860s by French photographer Pierre-Louis Pierson, depicts a young woman holding a child. Both figures are dressed in white, suggesting a formal occasion such as a wedding. The composition is simple, with the subjects positioned in the center of the oval frame. The photograph's soft focus and faded tones create a nostalgic and romantic atmosphere. This work exemplifies Pierson's signature style, characterized by its intimate portraits and use of natural light. The photograph is now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.