Albumin Photo Collection (#6)

Mata Hari (1876-1917), 1906. Creator: Anonymous
Mata Hari (1876-1917), 1906. Private Collection

Gustave Courbet, 1864. Creator: Feyen, Jacques-Eugene (1815-1908)
Gustave Courbet, 1864. Found in the Collection of Musee Courbet, Ornans

Gustave Courbet, ca 1866. Creator: Nadar, Gaspard-Felix (1820-1910)
Gustave Courbet, ca 1866. Found in the Collection of Musee Courbet, Ornans

Pyotr Lavrovich Lavrov (1823-1900). Artist: Anonymous
Pyotr Lavrovich Lavrov (1823-1900). Private Collection

Portrait of Nikolay Ivanovich Pirogov (1810-1881). Artist: Photo studio Wesenberg
Portrait of Nikolay Ivanovich Pirogov (1810-1881). Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of the Poet Prince Pyotr A. Vyazemsky (1792-1878), 1860s-1870s. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Pyotr Alexandrovich Yefremov and Alexey Petrovich Bakhrushin, 1896-1900. Found in the collection of Russian State Archive of Literature and Art, Moscow

Theophile Thore-Bürger (1807-1869). Artist: Nadar, Gaspard-Felix
Theophile Thore-Burger (1807-1869). Private Collection

Portrait of the composer Stanislaw Moniuszko (1819-1872). Private Collection

View of the Nevsky Prospekt in Saint Petersburg, c. 1890. Private Collection

Self-Portrait, ca 1895-1900. Private Collection

Portrait of the Painter Hans Makart (1840-1884), c. 1880. Private Collection

Jean-Leon Gerome (1824-1904) in his workshop, c. 1890
Jean-Le on Ge ro me (1824-1904) in his workshop, c. 1890. Private Collection

Portrait of Emile Zola (1840-1902), ca 1895-1900
Portrait of E mile Zola (1840-1902), ca 1895-1900. Private Collection

John Singer Sargent (1856-1925) in his workshop, c. 1890. Private Collection

Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (1824-1898) in his workshop, c. 1890. Private Collection

Francois Flameng (1856-1923) in his workshop, c. 1890
Franc ois Flameng (1856-1923) in his workshop, c. 1890. Private Collection

Mihaly Munkacsy (1844-1900) in his workshop, c. 1890
Miha ly Munka csy (1844-1900) in his workshop, c. 1890. Private Collection

Alfred, Lord Tennyson (1809-1892), 1869. Private Collection

Portrait of Grand Duchess Xenia Alexandrovna of Russia (1875-1960), ca 1884. Found in the collection of Russian State Film and Photo Archive, Krasnogorsk

Marcel and Robert Proust as children. Private Collection

Portrait of Grand Duke George Alexandrovich of Russia (1871-1899). Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Imam Shamil (1799-1871) in captivity, c. 1870
Imam Shamil (1799-1871) in captivity

Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarevich Alexei, 1904. Private Collection

Portrait of Pierre-Jules Hetzel (1814-1886), c. 1875. Private Collection

Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) with dog Hina. Melikhovo, 1897. Found in the Collection of State Central Literary Museum, Moscow

The Romanovs: The Family of the Emperor Alexander III, 1888. Private Collection

The English, Greek, Russian and Danish royal families at Bernstorff Palace, Denmark, 1890. Private Collection

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"Capturing the Melodies of Time: A Glimpse into the World of Albumin Photos" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of albumin photos, where portraits come alive with a touch of nostalgia. These timeless images offer a glimpse into the lives and talents of renowned figures from history. In 1864, Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria stands proudly alongside his brothers, their regal presence exuding power and authority. The anonymous creator skillfully captures their familial bond, hinting at the intricate dynamics within royalty. Grand Duke George Alexandrovich of Russia (1871-1899) gazes pensively into eternity as his portrait reveals an air of mystery surrounding this enigmatic figure. The photographer's lens immortalizes his elegance and poise for generations to admire. Paul Taglioni (1808-1884), celebrated dancer, choreographer, and ballet master, is frozen mid-pose in an albumin photo that encapsulates gracefulness personified. His artistic prowess shines through every delicate movement captured by this remarkable medium. William Vincent Wallace (1812-1865), a composer whose melodies still resonate today, is portrayed with utmost dignity in 1855. This snapshot transports us to a bygone era when music was crafted with passion and innovation. Victor Masse (1822-1884), another musical genius depicted around 1865, emanates confidence as he stares directly into our souls through the camera's lens. His composition skills are mirrored by the photographer's ability to capture his essence so vividly. Prosper Pascal (1825-1880), photographed circa 1875, wears an expression brimming with creativity - perhaps contemplating his next masterpiece. This portrait invites us to delve deeper into Pascal's mind and explore the depths from which extraordinary compositions emerge. Robert Planquette (1848-1903) poses elegantly against a backdrop that hints at his musical genius.