Portret van Charlotte van België, aartshertogin van Oostenrijk en keizerin van Mexico 1855 - 1870

This carte de visite, created by renowned photographer André-Adolphe-Eugène Disdéri between 1855 and 1870, captures Charlotte of Belgium, Archduchess of Austria and Empress of Mexico, in a formal pose. The photograph, measuring 85 mm by 53 mm, showcases Charlotte in a dark dress, her gaze directed towards the viewer. Disdéri, known for his innovative photographic techniques, popularized the carte de visite format, which allowed for the mass production of portraits, making them accessible to a wider audience. The image is a testament to the influential role photography played in the 19th century, both in documenting historical figures and shaping visual culture.