Artwork
A portrait of 'Duchess of Sutherland'
A portrait of 'Duchess of Sutherland' is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This 1864 photograph is a carte-de-visite portrait of the Duchess of Sutherland, captured by the London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company.
Subject & Meaning
The duchess is shown with a serious expression, wearing a tall hat adorned with feathers and a fur collar, indicating her high social status.
Technique & Style
The black-and-white image features soft lighting, which smooths the subject's facial features. The photograph shows signs of aging, with slightly torn edges.
History & Provenance
The London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company, known for producing detailed photographs, took this image in 1864, a time when carte-de-visite portraits were popular among the upper class.
Artist & collection
Artist
London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company
They snapped portraits for London’s theater crowd in the 1800s, turning actors and dancers into instant celebrities.
