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Antique carte de visite photograph of Italian actress Adelaide Ristori, captioned “RISTORI—The great Italian Tragedienne.”
A striking theatrical portrait showing Ristori seated in an elaborate gown and jeweled headdress against a classical column backdrop. The specific theatrical role has not been confirmed.
The front bears an 1862 copyright notice naming Charles D. Fredricks & Co. The reverse carries the studio’s imprint at 587 Broadway, New York. The copyright date does not necessarily establish when this particular print was produced.
Condition: Age toning, scattered spotting and surface marks, with edge and corner wear. The upper edge of the mount shows small nicks and areas of fraying. Please examine both photographs for condition.
Sale includes the original physical mounted photograph shown. Display props are not included.
