19th Century

alfred cailliez

Born 1834 Died 1878 Works span 1864–1864

Alfred Cailliez: Pioneer of Parisian Portraiture Alfred Cailliez (1834 – 1878) stands as a pivotal figure in the burgeoning field of photographic portraiture during the Belle Époque, marking a significant step forward from daguerreotypes and calotypes towards capturing more nuanced representations of human subjects. Born in Paris, his early life remains somewhat shrouded in obscurity, though he demonstrated an aptitude for drawing and…

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1864

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1864

last work

Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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alfred cailliez

1834 – 1878

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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