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Portrait of the ballet dancer Marfa Muravyeva (1838-1879) in the ballet " Diavolina" by C. Pugni, 1863. Private Collection

Portrait of Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850), 1862. Creator: Disderi
Portrait of Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850), 1862. Private Collection

Portrait of Rosa Bonheur (1822-1899), Early 1860s. Creator: Disderi
Portrait of Rosa Bonheur (1822-1899), Early 1860s. Private Collection

Portrait of Emile Zola (1840-1902). Creator: Disderi
Portrait of Emile Zola (1840-1902). Private Collection

Prince Imperial, c. 1860. Creator: Andre-Adolphe-Eugene Disderi
Prince Imperial, c. 1860. [Prince Louis Napoleon of France on a rocking horse]. Albumen print

Prince Gortschakoff, 1860-69. Creator: Andre-Adolphe-Eugene Disderi
Prince Gortschakoff, 1860-69. [Possibly a portrait of Prince Alexander Mikhailovich Gorchakov, Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs]. Albumen print

Marshal Canrobert, 1860-69. Creator: Andre-Adolphe-Eugene Disderi
Marshal Canrobert, 1860-69. [Francois Certain de Canrobert, Marshal of France]. Albumen print

Napoleon Coste, 1859. Creator: Andre-Adolphe-Eugene Disderi
Napoleon Coste, 1859. Albumen print

Portrait of Arthur Kalkbrenner (1828-1869), 1869. Creator: Disderi
Portrait of Arthur Kalkbrenner (1828-1869), 1869. Private Collection

Portrait of Alphonse Karr (1808-1890). Creator: Disderi
Portrait of Alphonse Karr (1808-1890). Private Collection

Portrait of Adolphe Thiers (1797-1877), ca 1860. Creator: Disderi
Portrait of Adolphe Thiers (1797-1877), ca 1860. Private Collection

Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, ca 1860. Creator: Disderi
Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, ca 1860. Private Collection

Duchess Sofia de Morny (1838-1896), nee Countess Trubetskaya, 1862. Private Collection

Her Majesty, Queen Victoria, December 1866. Creator: Andre-Adolphe-Eugè
Her Majesty, Queen Victoria, December 1866. Albumen silver print

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"Capturing the Essence: Disdéri's Timeless Portraits" Step into the world of renowned French photographer André-Adolphe-Eugène Disdéri as he immortalizes some of the most influential figures of his time. From ballet dancers to political leaders, Disdéri's lens reveals their innermost essence in each portrait. In the mesmerizing ballet "La Sylphide, " Marfa Muravyeva enchants audiences with her graceful movements and ethereal presence. Disdéri captures her delicate beauty, freezing a moment that will forever be etched in history. Sir Robert Peel, a prominent British statesman, stands tall and dignified in his portrait. With every line on his face telling a story of leadership and wisdom, Disdéri expertly portrays Peel's unwavering determination. Rosa Bonheur, an exceptional female artist ahead of her time, exudes confidence and passion through every brushstroke she wields. In this early 1860s portrait, Disdéri encapsulates Bonheur's artistic spirit that challenged societal norms. Emile Zola, the literary genius behind "Germinal" and "Nana, " gazes intensely into the camera. His piercing eyes reveal a profound intellect and unyielding dedication to truth-telling—a testament to both Zola's brilliance and Disdéri's ability to capture it. The young Prince Imperial radiates innocence as he poses for his portrait. Little did anyone know then that destiny had other plans for him—his life tragically cut short at such a tender age—but thanks to Disderi’s artistry we can still admire his youthful charm today. Prince Gortschakoff commands attention with an air of authority emanating from him effortlessly captured by Dideri’s lens; while Marshal Canrobert exudes strength and resilience—a true embodiment of military might during those turbulent times.