[Young Woman, Nude, Full Figure in Profile], 1860s. Creator: Unknown

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[Young Woman, Nude, Full Figure in Profile], 1860s. Creator: Unknown

[Young Woman, Nude, Full Figure in Profile], 1860s

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Life Model Model Albumen Print Albumen Silver Print Nakedness Nudity

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This photo print, titled "[Young Woman, Nude, Full Figure in Profile], 1860s" takes us back to the enchanting world of 19th-century France. Created by an unknown artist during this era, the image showcases a young woman with her full figure delicately captured in profile. The use of albumen silver print from a glass negative adds depth and texture to the photograph, enhancing its timeless beauty. The monochromatic palette emphasizes the contrast between light and shadow, further emphasizing the contours of the subject's body. As we gaze upon this piece at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met), we are transported to a different time and place. This anonymous model bares her nakedness with grace and confidence as she poses for what was likely an artistic study or life drawing session. While little is known about both the creator and subject of this photograph, their legacy lives on through this remarkable piece. It serves as a testament to the power of photography as an art form that captures not only physical appearances but also emotions and stories. With its evocative simplicity and enigmatic allure, "[Young Woman, Nude, Full Figure in Profile], 1860s" invites viewers to appreciate both the aesthetic beauty inherent in human form and our shared cultural heritage.

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