Jean Geiser (XIX) - Villageois et enfants
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Villageois et enfants, an albumen print by Jean Geiser (1848-1923) circa 1880, 18 × 26 cm, a documentary photography work in very good to superb condition and unsigned.
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Circa 1880, 18x26 cm.
"Villageois et enfants", a very fine-period albumen print in very good condition, with preserved contrasts, grayscale nuances and levels of detail ranging from Very Good to Superb, attributed to Jean Geiser.
The value of this print lies in its lack of mounting on an album page or cardboard backing, which is rare.
Deserves to be framed.
It will be shipped with its neutral pH sleeve (ideal for a collection kept in good condition).
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 quickly became one of the most renowned in North Africa. His work fits within the tradition of Orientalist photography. He produced thousands of images for travelers, colonists and European collectors: views of towns, landscapes, street scenes, portraits of inhabitants and studio compositions featuring dancers, musicians or people 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, 18x26 cm.
"Villageois et enfants", a very fine-period albumen print in very good condition, with preserved contrasts, grayscale nuances and levels of detail ranging from Very Good to Superb, attributed to Jean Geiser.
The value of this print lies in its lack of mounting on an album page or cardboard backing, which is rare.
Deserves to be framed.
It will be shipped with its neutral pH sleeve (ideal for a collection kept in good condition).
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 quickly became one of the most renowned in North Africa. His work fits within the tradition of Orientalist photography. He produced thousands of images for travelers, colonists and European collectors: views of towns, landscapes, street scenes, portraits of inhabitants and studio compositions featuring dancers, musicians or people 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
Jean Geiser (XIX)
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Owner or reseller
Title of artwork
Villageois et enfants
Condition
Very fine
Technique
Albumen paper process
Height
18 cm
Width
26 cm
Signature
Not signed
Genre
Documentary photography
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