Artwork
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph is a photographic photography by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This photograph features Adelina Patti, a renowned singer of the 19th century.
About this work
Overview
This photograph features Adelina Patti, a renowned singer of the 19th century. It is a cabinet card, a photographic format mounted on stiff cardboard.
Subject & Meaning
The image captures Adelina Patti, likely in a theatrical context, reflecting the practice of actors and singers posing for studio photographs to promote themselves or as keepsakes for admirers.
Technique & Style
The photograph is an example of a cabinet card, a popular format during the late 19th century, characterized by its sturdy cardboard backing and albumen print made from a glass negative.
History & Provenance
This cabinet card is part of a collection assembled by Guy Tristram Little, a collector and solicitor who bequeathed his photographs to the V&A, alongside other items from his collection.
Artist & collection
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Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph