Zestien portretten van actrices before 1893

"Zestien portretten van actrices" is a collection of sixteen photographs by the French photographer, Félix Tournachon, better known as Nadar, showcasing a diverse range of actresses from the 19th century. The album is an example of Nadar’s groundbreaking work in portrait photography, capturing not only the physical likeness of his subjects but also their personalities and expressions. These portraits are considered an important visual document of the Parisian theatre scene during the late 19th century. The album, held in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the world of performance and the rise of photography as a new art form.