Camille Silvy

This exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery, London, offers a rare and impressive look at the career of French photographer Camille Silvy, who achieved significant aesthetic and commercial success in London over a decade. Despite his relatively brief career, Silvy’s studio in Bayswater produced thousands of portraits using innovative methods during the rise of the calling card craze. The display highlights his artistic talent and entrepreneurial spirit, revealing a fascinating chapter in the history of visual art.