Albumin Photo Collection

Portrait of the actress and singer Virginie Déjazet (1798-1875), 1873. Creator: Disdéri
Portrait of the actress and singer Virginie Dejazet (1798-1875), 1873. Private Collection

Portrait of Rosa Bonheur (1822-1899), c.1880. Creator: Disdéri, André Adolphe-Eugène (1819-1889)
Portrait of Rosa Bonheur (1822-1899), c.1880. Private Collection

Portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I with grandchildren, c.1900. Creator: Photo studio Rudolf Krziwanek, Vienna
Portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I with grandchildren, c.1900. Private Collection

Portrait of the composer Adolphe Léopold Danhauser (1835-1896), 1890. Creator: Photo studio Paul Berger
Portrait of the composer Adolphe Leopold Danhauser (1835-1896), 1890. Private Collection

Portrait of the composer Francisco Asenjo Barbieri (1823-1894). Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the composer Francisco Asenjo Barbieri (1823-1894). Private Collection

Portrait of the violinist and composer Joseph Joachim (1831-1907). Creator: Cameron, Julia Margaret (1815-1879)
Portrait of the violinist and composer Joseph Joachim (1831-1907). Private Collection

Portrait of the Composer Vincenzo Fioravanti (1799-1877), c. 1850. Creator: Mahlknecht, Carl (Karl) (1810-1893)
Portrait of the Composer Vincenzo Fioravanti (1799-1877), c. 1850. Private Collection

Portrait of the violinist and composer Teresa Milanollo (1827-1904), ca 1865. Private Collection

Portrait of the violinist and composer Henryk Wieniawski (1835-1880), c. 1875. Creator: Luckhardt, Fritz (1843-1894)
Portrait of the violinist and composer Henryk Wieniawski (1835-1880), c. 1875. Private Collection

Portrait of the pianist and composer Józef Wieniawski (1837-1912), c. 1875. Creator: Luckhardt, Fritz (1843-1894)
Portrait of the pianist and composer Jozef Wieniawski (1837-1912), c. 1875. Private Collection

Portrait of the librettist and composer Franz Friedrich Richard Genée (1823-1895), 1869
Portrait of the librettist and composer Franz Friedrich Richard Genee (1823-1895), 1869. Private Collection

Portrait of the conductor and composer Willhelm Gericke (1845-1925), c. 1870. Creator: Luckhardt, Fritz (1843-1894)
Portrait of the conductor and composer Willhelm Gericke (1845-1925), c. 1870. Private Collection

Portrait of the cellist and composer David Popper (1843-1913), 1867. Creator: Photo studio Max Auerbach
Portrait of the cellist and composer David Popper (1843-1913), 1867. Private Collection

Portrait of the cellist and composer Alfredo Piatti (1822-1901), ca 1860. Creator: Carjat, Étienne (1828-1906)
Portrait of the cellist and composer Alfredo Piatti (1822-1901), ca 1860. Private Collection

Portrait of the conductor and composer Matteo Salvi (1816-1887), 1864. Creator: Löwy, Josef (1834-1902)
Portrait of the conductor and composer Matteo Salvi (1816-1887), 1864. Private Collection

Portrait of the composer Josef Strauss (1827-1870). Creator: Schrank, Ludwig (1828-1905)
Portrait of the composer Josef Strauss (1827-1870). Private Collection

Portrait of the artist Helene Schjerfbeck (1862-1946), Early 1890s. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the artist Helene Schjerfbeck (1862-1946), Early 1890s. Private Collection

Portrait of Louis Candide Boulanger (1806-1867), Third Quarter of 19th cen.. Creator: Nadar, Gaspard-Félix (1820-1910)
Portrait of Louis Candide Boulanger (1806-1867), Third Quarter of 19th century. Private Collection

Portrait of General Yakov Vasilievich Zakharzhevsky (1780-1865), 1857. Creator: Dauthendey, Carl Albert (1819-1896)
Portrait of General Yakov Vasilievich Zakharzhevsky (1780-1865), 1857. Private Collection

Portrait of Adolph von Menzel (1815-1905), 1904. Creator: Hilsdorf, Jacob (1872-1916)
Portrait of Adolph von Menzel (1815-1905), 1904. Private Collection

Portrait of the violinist and composer Henri Vieuxtemps (1820-1881), 1855-1859. Private Collection

Portrait of Marie-Henri Beyle, dit Stendhal (1783-1842) in 1840, ca 1855. Creator: Nadar, Gaspard-Félix (1820-1910)
Portrait of Marie-Henri Beyle, dit Stendhal (1783-1842) in 1840, ca 1855. Private Collection

Portrait of pianist and composer Alfred Quidant (1815-1893), 1855-1859. Creator: Nadar, Gaspard-Félix (1820-1910)
Portrait of pianist and composer Alfred Quidant (1815-1893), 1855-1859. Private Collection

Portrait of the opera singer Adelina Patti (1843-1919), 1870-1875. Creator: Bergamasco, Charles (Karl) (1830-1896)
Portrait of the opera singer Adelina Patti (1843-1919), 1870-1875. Private Collection

Portrait of the opera singer Adelina Patti (1843-1919), 1870-1875. Creator: Bergamasco, Charles (Karl) (1830-1896)
Portrait of the opera singer Adelina Patti (1843-1919), 1870-1875. Private Collection

Portrait of the opera singer Adelina Patti (1843-1919), 1870-1875. Creator: Bergamasco, Charles (Karl) (1830-1896)
Portrait of the opera singer Adelina Patti (1843-1919), 1870-1875. Private Collection

Portrait of the opera singer Adelina Patti (1843-1919), 1870-1875. Creator: Bergamasco, Charles (Karl) (1830-1896)
Portrait of the opera singer Adelina Patti (1843-1919), 1870-1875. Private Collection

Japanese women at a meal, Between 1870 and 1890. Creator: Anonymous
Japanese women at a meal, Between 1870 and 1890. Private Collection

Japanese women during tea ceremony, Between 1870 and 1890. Creator: Anonymous
Japanese women during tea ceremony, Between 1870 and 1890. Private Collection

Portrait of the writer Clara Nast (1866-1940), 1890. Creator: Photo studio R. Minzloff, Tilsit
Portrait of the writer Clara Nast (1866-1940), 1890. Private Collection

Japanese women at a meal in Kyoto, Between 1870 and 1890. Creator: Anonymous
Japanese women at a meal in Kyoto, Between 1870 and 1890. Private Collection

Portrait of Jules Renard (1864-1910), 1861-1869. Creator: Nadar, Gaspard-Félix (1820-1910)
Portrait of Jules Renard (1864-1910), 1861-1869. Private Collection

Portrait of Ludwik Mieroslawski (1814-1878), ca 1863. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Ludwik Mieroslawski (1814-1878), ca 1863. Private Collection

Self-Portrait, ca 1860. Creator: Carroll, Lewis, (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson) (1832-1898)
Self-Portrait, ca 1860. Private Collection

Self-Portrait, 1857. Creator: Carroll, Lewis, (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson) (1832-1898)
Self-Portrait, 1857. Private Collection

Self-Portrait, c. 1875. Creator: Carroll, Lewis, (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson) (1832-1898)
Self-Portrait, c. 1875. Private Collection

Self-Portrait, 1862. Creator: Carroll, Lewis, (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson) (1832-1898)
Self-Portrait, 1862. Private Collection

Portrait of Lewis Carroll (1832-1898), 1863. Creator: Rejlander, Oscar Gustav (1813-1875)
Portrait of Lewis Carroll (1832-1898), 1863. Private Collection

Alexander Vasilyevich Krivoshein (1857-1921), 1916. Creator: Anonymous
Alexander Vasilyevich Krivoshein (1857-1921), 1916. Private Collection

Western and Chinese miners during the California Gold Rush at Auburn Ravine, 1852. Creator: Anonymous
Western and Chinese miners during the California Gold Rush at Auburn Ravine, 1852. Private Collection

Gustave Eiffel (1832-1923), c. 1890. Creator: Photo studio Nadar
Gustave Eiffel (1832-1923), c. 1890. Private Collection

Portrait of Mikhail Abramovich Morozov (1870-1903), . Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Mikhail Abramovich Morozov (1870-1903). Private Collection

Mary Livingston Ludlow Hall (1843-1919). Creator: Anonymous
Mary Livingston Ludlow Hall (1843-1919). Private Collection

Portrait of Abdelkader ibn Muhieddine (1808-1883) in Amboise, 1852. Creator: Le Gray, Gustave (1820-1884)
Portrait of Abdelkader ibn Muhieddine (1808-1883) in Amboise, 1852. Private Collection

Portrait of Maharaja Duleep Singh (1838-1893), c. 1861. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Maharaja Duleep Singh (1838-1893), c. 1861. Private Collection

Portrait of Maharaja Duleep Singh (1838-1893), c. 1861. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Maharaja Duleep Singh (1838-1893), c. 1861. Private Collection

Portrait of the composer Albert Lavignac (1846-1916), c. 1900. Creator: Petit, Pierre (1598-1677)
Portrait of the composer Albert Lavignac (1846-1916), c. 1900. Private Collection

Portrait of the Composer Édouard Lalo (1823-1892). Creator: Petit, Pierre (1598-1677)
Portrait of the Composer Edouard Lalo (1823-1892). 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.