Bacard Fils - Qajar chah
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Qajar chah, an albumen CDV photograph by Bacard Fils from Paris, France, late 19th century, depicting a Middle Eastern royal or military figure.
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This is an original 19th-century Carte de Visite (CDV) photograph taken by Bacard Fils, Paris.
The portrait shows a Middle Eastern royal or high-ranking military figure, dressed in an elaborate ceremonial uniform decorated with numerous medals and an ornate sword.
The photograph is printed on thick albumen paper mounted on a CDV board, typical of the period.
The reverse side carries the photographer’s imprint: Photographie Thiébolt – Bacard Fils, Gendre & Succ., Paris.
This is a highly collectible historical photograph from a Parisian studio known for producing high-quality portraits of notable individuals in the late 19th century.
Condition:
• Very good antique condition
• Light age-related wear and minor surface marks
• No tears or bends
• Backside imprint fully visible
Details:
• Type: Carte de Visite (CDV)
• Technique: Albumen print on cardboard
• Photographer: Bacard Fils, Paris
• Studio mark present on verso
• Period: Late 19th century
• Region/Subject: Middle Eastern Royal / Military Portrait
This is an original 19th-century Carte de Visite (CDV) photograph taken by Bacard Fils, Paris.
The portrait shows a Middle Eastern royal or high-ranking military figure, dressed in an elaborate ceremonial uniform decorated with numerous medals and an ornate sword.
The photograph is printed on thick albumen paper mounted on a CDV board, typical of the period.
The reverse side carries the photographer’s imprint: Photographie Thiébolt – Bacard Fils, Gendre & Succ., Paris.
This is a highly collectible historical photograph from a Parisian studio known for producing high-quality portraits of notable individuals in the late 19th century.
Condition:
• Very good antique condition
• Light age-related wear and minor surface marks
• No tears or bends
• Backside imprint fully visible
Details:
• Type: Carte de Visite (CDV)
• Technique: Albumen print on cardboard
• Photographer: Bacard Fils, Paris
• Studio mark present on verso
• Period: Late 19th century
• Region/Subject: Middle Eastern Royal / Military Portrait
Details
Artist
Bacard Fils
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Owner or reseller
Title of artwork
Qajar chah
Condition
Very fine
Technique
Albumen paper process
Height
105 mm
Width
64 mm
Signature
Not signed
Genre
Portrait
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