Jean Geiser (XIX) - Bédouines

Circa 1880, 19x25 cm.
"Bedouines", a very beautiful portrait from the late nineteenth century (Algeria), by Jean Geiser.
Very beautiful vintage albumen print from the period in very good condition, mounted on a cardboard backing.
Excellent preservation of contrasts, gray nuances and levels of detail.
Signed on the cardboard backing.

Jean Geiser (1848-1923) is one of the most important photographers of colonial Algeria in the late 19th century. Of Swiss origin, he settled in Algiers around 1873 and founded a photographic studio there that would quickly become one of the most renowned in North Africa. His work is part of the Orientalist photography tradition. He produced thousands of images intended for travelers, settlers and European collectors: views of cities, landscapes, street scenes, portraits of inhabitants and studio compositions featuring dancers, musicians or people in “exotic” costume.

Shipped with its sleeve and its cardboard backing on a neutral pH (acid-free) support (ideal for a collection in good condition).