Braun 19th century photos

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Posted by Voltairemont

16 years ago

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Description Adolphe Braun is one of the key early figures in the field of photography.He was given exclusive contract by the Louvre to photograph works of art.He was the official photographer to Napoleon 111.He used a carbon on paper method pioneered by Sir Joseph Swan,one of the earliest innovations in the field of photography. The photo cards are on a material much like cardboard and are of mostly religious or historical themes found in museums,mainly the Louvre.

Category Other

Medium carbon on paper photo process

Distinguishing marks Some have names of museums where Braun photographed master's works

Condition Excellent

Size and dimensions of this item Roughly 60 photos of louvre works 41/4"by61/2"

Date Period Last quarter of the 19th century

Weight minimal

History Given away by owner of storage facility.

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Braun 19th century photos

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