Attr. J. Geiser (XIX) - Mendiante kabyle et son enfant
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Mendiante kabyle et son enfant, circa 1880, a 19 × 26 cm albumen print attributed to J. Geiser, unsigned, in TTB to Superbe condition, a documentary photograph from Algeria.
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Circa 1880, 19 x 26 cm.
"Mendiante kabyle et son enfant", a very beautiful 19th-century albumen print, in very good condition, with preserved contrasts, gray tones, and level of detail ranging from Very Good to Superb, attributed to Jean Geiser.
The appeal of this print lies in the fact that it is not mounted on an album page or cardboard support, which is rare.
Handwritten caption on the reverse.
Rare subject.
Worthy of framing.
Will be shipped with a neutral-pH sleeve (ideal for a collection kept in good conditions).
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 reputed in North Africa. His work falls within the tradition of Orientalist photography. He produced thousands of images intended for travelers, colonists, and European collectors: views of towns, landscapes, street scenes, portraits of inhabitants, and studio compositions featuring dancers, musicians, or figures in “exotic” costumes.
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, 19 x 26 cm.
"Mendiante kabyle et son enfant", a very beautiful 19th-century albumen print, in very good condition, with preserved contrasts, gray tones, and level of detail ranging from Very Good to Superb, attributed to Jean Geiser.
The appeal of this print lies in the fact that it is not mounted on an album page or cardboard support, which is rare.
Handwritten caption on the reverse.
Rare subject.
Worthy of framing.
Will be shipped with a neutral-pH sleeve (ideal for a collection kept in good conditions).
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 reputed in North Africa. His work falls within the tradition of Orientalist photography. He produced thousands of images intended for travelers, colonists, and European collectors: views of towns, landscapes, street scenes, portraits of inhabitants, and studio compositions featuring dancers, musicians, or figures in “exotic” costumes.
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. J. Geiser (XIX)
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Title of artwork
Mendiante kabyle et son enfant
Condition
Very fine
Technique
Albumen paper process
Height
19 cm
Width
26 cm
Signature
Not signed
Genre
Documentary photography
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