Louis Auguste Bisson Collection

Forum Romanum, Rome, 1854 / 57. Creators: Bisson Freres, Louis-Auguste Bisson
Forum Romanum, Rome, 1854/57. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

[Dog], 1841-49. Creator: Louis-Auguste Bisson
[Dog], 1841-49

Untitled, 1854 / 57, printed 1858 / 63. Creators: Bisson Freres, Louis-Auguste Bisson
Untitled, 1854/57, printed 1858/63. [The bronze gate, made by Antonio Gai c1733, of the Loggetta del Sansovino at the base of the bell tower in Saint Marks Square, Venice

Untitled, 1854 / 57, printed 1855. Creators: Bisson Freres, Louis-Auguste Bisson
Untitled, 1854/57, printed 1855. [Detail of stone carving]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Untitled [Rome], 1854 / 56, printed 1856 / 63. Creators: Bisson Freres
Untitled [Rome], 1854/56, printed 1856/63. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

The Portal of Saint Ursinus at Bourges, rue du Vieux Poirier, 1854, printed 1854. [Romanesque porch relief at the Church of St Ursin de Bourges]. Albumen print

Rouen Cathedral, 1858. Creators: Bisson Freres, Louis-Auguste Bisson
Rouen Cathedral, 1858. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Portrait of Lesecq, Strasbourg, 1854, printed 1854. Creators: Bisson Freres
Portrait of Lesecq, Strasbourg, 1854, printed 1854. [Man in top hat outside Strasbourg Cathedral]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d

Notre Dame de Poitiers (Vienne), West Facade, 1854 / 55, printed 1858 / 63
Notre Dame de Poitiers (Vienne), West Facade, 1854/55, printed 1858/63. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Chartres Cathedral, West Facade, 1854, printed 1854. Creators: Bisson Freres
Chartres Cathedral, West Facade, 1854, printed 1854. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Chartres Cathedral, South Transept; Central Portal, 1854 / 63
Chartres Cathedral, South Transept; Central Portal, 1854/63. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Chartres Cathedral, South Transept, Central and Side Portals, 1854 / 57
Chartres Cathedral, South Transept, Central and Side Portals, 1854/57. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Chapelle du St. Sang aBruges, 1854 / 55. Creators: Bisson Freres
Chapelle du St. Sang a Bruges, 1854/55. Basilica of the Holy Blood in Bruges. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de

Arch of Constantine, Rome, 1854 / 55, printed c. 1863. Creators: Bisson Freres
Arch of Constantine, Rome, 1854/55, printed c. 1863. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Amiens Cathedral, West Facade, Central Portal, 1854. Creators: Bisson Freres
Amiens Cathedral, West Facade, Central Portal, 1854. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Bibliotheque Imperial du Louvre, Paris, 1854. Creators: Bisson Freres
Bibliotheque Imperial du Louvre, Paris, 1854. [Imperial Library of the Louvre in Paris]. Albumen print, from the album " Le Napoleonium, Monographie du Louvre et des Tuileries Reunis" (1856)

Arc de Septime Severe, Rome, 1854 / 55, printed 1855 / 65
Arc de Septime Severe, Rome, 1854/55, printed 1855/65. [Arch of Septimus Severus, Rome]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de

Untitled, 1854 / 55, printed 1855. Creators: Bisson Freres, Louis-Auguste Bisson
Untitled, 1854/55, printed 1855. [Church exterior]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Saint Maclou de Rouen, 1854 / 55, printed 1855. Creators: Bisson Freres
Saint Maclou de Rouen, 1854/55, printed 1855. [Church of Saint-Maclou, Rouen]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de

Rathaus, Bruges, Holland, 1854 / 55, printed 1855. Creators: Bisson Freres
Rathaus, Bruges, Holland, 1854/55, printed 1855. [Belfry of Bruges, Belgium]. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de

Cologne Cathedral, South Transept, 1854, printed 1854. Creators: Bisson Freres
Cologne Cathedral, South Transept, 1854, printed 1854. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

Chartres Cathedral West Facade; Royal Portal, Central Bay, 1854 / 63
Chartres Cathedral West Facade; Royal Portal, Central Bay, 1854/63. Albumen print, from the album " Reproductions Photographiques des Plus Beaux Types d Architecture et de Sculpture"

[Profile of a Woman with Necrosis of the Nose], 1841-48. Creator: Louis-Auguste Bisson
[Profile of a Woman with Necrosis of the Nose], 1841-48

Ypres, Belgium, c. 1855-1862. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson (French, 1826-1900)
Ypres, Belgium, c. 1855-1862

Mount Maudit, Savoy, 1860. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson (French, 1826-1900)
Mount Maudit, Savoy, 1860

Cleveland, c. 1842-1843. Creator: Louis-Auguste Bisson (French, 1814-1876)
Cleveland, c. 1842-1843. Louis-Auguste Bissons Cleveland is an outstanding example of the artistry of the French daguerreotype, aided by recent technical advances at the time

Frederic Chopin, Polish pianist and composer, 1849. Artist: Louis-Auguste Bisson
Frederic Chopin, Polish pianist and composer, 1849. The only known photograph of Chopin (1810-1849)

Notre Dame Paris 1850s Albumen silver print Photographs
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Louis-Auguste Bisson was a renowned photographer in the mid-19th century, known for his stunning captures of architectural marvels and portraits. His works showcased his exceptional talent and eye for detail, leaving an indelible mark on the world of photography. One of Bisson's notable pieces is "Forum Romanum, Rome, " taken between 1854 and 1857 in collaboration with his brother at Bisson Freres. This photograph transports us to ancient Rome, capturing the grandeur and history of the Forum Romanum. In another masterpiece titled "[Dog], " created by Louis-Auguste Bisson himself from 1841 to 1849, we witness his ability to capture not only human subjects but also animals. The image showcases his versatility as a photographer. Bisson Freres collaborated once again with Louis-Auguste on their untitled work from 1854 to 1857, printed in either 1858 or 1863. This particular piece exemplifies their mastery in capturing breathtaking landscapes that transport viewers into another time and place. "The Portal of Saint Ursinus at Bourges" is yet another remarkable creation by Louis-Auguste Bisson in collaboration with Bisson Freres. Taken in 1854 and printed later that same year, this photograph immortalizes the beauty of architecture found within rue du Vieux Poirier at Bourges. The Rouen Cathedral became a subject for one of their most famous works from 1858. Once again collaborating as Bisson Freres along with Louis-Auguste's artistic vision behind the lens resulted in a captivating portrayal of this iconic cathedral. Portraits were also part of Louis-Auguste's repertoire; "Portrait of Lesecq" taken in Strasbourg during 1854 showcases his skillful ability to capture individuals' essence through photography.