Louois Nicolas Pillas

Louis Nicolas Pillas was a photographer born and died in Paris, France in 1809 and 1874 respectively. Pillas’ work often features portraiture of individuals, often in studio settings. The use of a simple backdrop, with the subject standing in a direct pose and looking at the camera, is typical of portrait photography of this period. His work is notable for its high level of technical skill, and for its ability to capture the personality of the sitter.