Attr. Jean Geiser (XIX) - Mauresque au sofa
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Description from the seller
Circa 1880, 19x24 cm.
"Mauresque au sofa", a very beautiful portrait from the late nineteenth century (Algeria), attributed to Jean Geiser.
Very fine vintage albumen print from the period in very good condition, loose and not mounted (rare).
Preserved contrasts, grayscale nuances, and detail levels TB to TTB.
Jean Geiser (1848-1923) is one of the most important photographers of colonial Algeria at the end of the 19th century. Of Swiss origin, he settled in Algiers around 1873 and founded a photographic studio there that quickly became one of the most renowned in North Africa. His work sits within the tradition of Orientalist photography. He produced thousands of images for travelers, colonists, and European collectors: views of cities, landscapes, street scenes, portraits of inhabitants, and studio compositions featuring dancers, musicians, or characters in an “exotic” costume.
Will be shipped with its neutral-pH sleeve (ideal for a collection in good condition).
Seller's Story
An expert for more than 15 years among collectors of old photos and stamps, Multi-Collections organizes monthly sales dedicated to Oriental and Japanese photographs from the 19th century as well as lots and collections of stamps from all periods.
Translated by Google TranslateCirca 1880, 19x24 cm.
"Mauresque au sofa", a very beautiful portrait from the late nineteenth century (Algeria), attributed to Jean Geiser.
Very fine vintage albumen print from the period in very good condition, loose and not mounted (rare).
Preserved contrasts, grayscale nuances, and detail levels TB to TTB.
Jean Geiser (1848-1923) is one of the most important photographers of colonial Algeria at the end of the 19th century. Of Swiss origin, he settled in Algiers around 1873 and founded a photographic studio there that quickly became one of the most renowned in North Africa. His work sits within the tradition of Orientalist photography. He produced thousands of images for travelers, colonists, and European collectors: views of cities, landscapes, street scenes, portraits of inhabitants, and studio compositions featuring dancers, musicians, or characters in an “exotic” costume.
Will be shipped with its neutral-pH sleeve (ideal for a collection in good condition).
Seller's Story
An expert for more than 15 years among collectors of old photos and stamps, Multi-Collections organizes monthly sales dedicated to Oriental and Japanese photographs from the 19th century as well as lots and collections of stamps from all periods.
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Date of print
1880
Artist
Attr. Jean Geiser (XIX)
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Title of artwork
Mauresque au sofa
Condition
Very fine
Technique
Albumen paper process
Height
19 cm
Width
24 cm
Signature
Not signed
Genre
Documentary photography
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