Antique albumen print, studio portrait showcasing a young woman dressed in an elaborate, exoticized costume meant to evoke the image of a “Nubian sultana.” Her dress is adorned with intricate jewelry, layered necklaces, and an ornate headdress with dangling fringe, adding to the theatricality of the composition.
Numbered 1324 next to the signature "Arnoux" and titled "Sultane Nubiene" on the lower left. Slight signs of wear and fading. Newly framed. Slight signs of wear and fading. Newly framed.
Hippolyte Arnoux (1826? – 1890?, active 1860s–1890s) was a French photographer and publisher known for documenting Egypt during the late 19th century. He worked extensively in Port Said, capturing images of daily life, architecture, and major engineering projects, most notably the construction of the Suez Canal.
Arnoux also collaborated with other photographers, such as the Zangaki Brothers and Antonio Beato, producing and distributing photographic prints and albums for European travelers and collectors.