Portret van Maria Legault before 1879

"Portret van Maria Legault," is a portrait photograph by Bacard Fils, taken before 1879. The image is small, measuring only 123mm x 85mm, and depicts a woman with an elaborate up-do. She wears a high-collared blouse and looks to the viewer's right. The photograph is encased in a decorative frame with flourishes, common for portrait photography of the late 19th century. It was likely published in "Paris-Theatre," a Parisian magazine that featured theatrical news, fashion, and society happenings, suggesting Maria Legault was a notable figure in the Parisian theater scene.