Artwork
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph is a photographic photography by Bergamasco. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This is a photograph of Adelina Patti, a notable figure of the time.
About this work
Overview
This is a photograph of Adelina Patti, a notable figure of the time.
Subject & Meaning
The image depicts Adelina Patti, likely in a theatrical context, given the era and the collector's interests.
Technique & Style
The photograph is an albumen print, a common technique for 'cartes de visite' and 'cabinet cards', which were popular formats for photographic portraits during the Victorian era.
History & Provenance
The photograph was part of a large collection assembled by Guy Tristram Little, who bequeathed it to the V&A. Little was a collector and solicitor involved with Mrs. Gabrielle Enthoven's theatrical collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni Battista Castello (1500 or 1509–1569 or 1579) was an Italian historical painter.
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