Photo historian Denis Pellerin unveils his thorough research into a collection of 1860s French collodion stereo negatives, the photographer, and the photographic technique behind them.
Tag: History and Research
‘Florence Nightingale: The Mysteries Behind her Iconic Photographs’ In-person talk with ‘Florence in 3-D’ Exclusive!
Denis Pellerin, from The Brian May Archive of Stereoscopy, will be giving a talk about Florence Nightingale, the few photographic portraits which were taken of her, and the mysteries behind them, at the Watts Gallery Artists' Village on November 7th 2022. The talk will feature an exclusive Victorian photographic portrait of Florence in 3-D (no … Continue reading ‘Florence Nightingale: The Mysteries Behind her Iconic Photographs’ In-person talk with ‘Florence in 3-D’ Exclusive!
‘Charles Dickens and his World in the Stereoscope’: Free Online 3-D Talk
To accompany the exhibition 'To Be Read At Dusk: Dickens, Ghosts & the Supernatural' currently held at the Charles Dickens Museum, photo historian Denis Pellerin, from the Brian May Archive of Stereoscopy, will give an online 3-D talk, on Wednesday November 2nd 2022
‘To Be Read at Dusk: Dickens, Ghosts & the Supernatural’: London Exhibition with 3-D Viewer.
The Charles Dickens Museum and The Brian May Archive of Stereoscopy have collaborated, and a stereoscope with digitised Victorian 3-D images from Dr. May's collection is on show at the Museum's special exhibition 'To Be Read at Dusk: Dickens, Ghosts & the Supernatural.'
Stereoscopic (3-D) Daguerreotypes
I thought I'd introduce you to stereoscopic daguerreotypes, one of the earliest forms of photography and stereoviews, and indeed, one of the most expensive and fragile too. You don't often come across them, but when you do, and you're lucky enough to see one of the beautifully tinted ones, you'll stop in your tracks in awe! They really are the jewels of stereoscopy.
Exclusive Free Online Publication: Henri Lefort: The Ultimate Entertainer
As a grand finale to The Stereoscopy Blog's way of celebrating Stereoscopy Day, we'd like to offer you a free download of the never-before-published book by Denis Pellerin: 'Henri Lefort: The Ultimate Entertainer.'
In the Footsteps of Victorian Stereo-Photographers
We welcome back to the Blog, especially for Stereoscopy Day, photo historian Dr. Peter Blair. In this article he discusses a great passion of many 3-D photographers and collectors: going back to locations in Victorian stereoviews. He not only recreates the images over a century later, but he explores the understanding and appreciation of them.
Henry Brothers: Masters of their Trade (Part Two)
Photo Historian Denis Pellerin returns to follow up a previous Blog post after discovering more images by the same photographer in Dury, France. This time, Denis actually takes us to northern France and brings the history of the village to the modern-day inhabitants, making new discoveries with their help.
Stereoscopy Day: An International Celebration of Stereoscopic 3D, June 21st
The Brian May Archive of Stereoscopy have announced the first international Stereoscopy Day is to take place on June 21st 2022.
Easter Monday Egg-Rolling at Preston
An Easter-themed post as Denis Pellerin researches an unusual stereoview of a very British tradition: 'Egg Rolling at Preston'. You can still join in today, if you're so inclined!
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