Artwork
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph is a photographic photography by Beuque. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This is a photograph of Emma Eames, part of a larger collection of theatrical photographs.
About this work
Overview
This is a photograph of Emma Eames, part of a larger collection of theatrical photographs.
Technique & Style
The photograph is an albumen print, a common technique during the Victorian era, made from a glass negative and originally mounted on card with the photographer's name.
History & Provenance
The photograph was collected by Guy Tristram Little, a solicitor and collector, who bequeathed it to the V&A along with other 'cartes de visite' and 'cabinet cards'.
Context
The photograph is one of many 'cartes de visite' and 'cabinet cards' produced during the Victorian era, which were popular for collecting and often featured portraits, scenic views, and works of art.
Artist & collection
Artist
This artist worked in late 19th-century photography. Their only known work in this set is Guy Little Theatrical Photograph, a black-and-white portrait of a stage performer from around the 1890s. It looks like a formal…
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
H Beard Print Collection
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