Demay

Demay was a photographer who likely documented a variety of subjects. The image provided shows a man and woman playing cards, likely in a domestic setting. This photographic style, known as portraiture, often captured people in everyday moments, revealing insights into the lives of their subjects. The detail of the inscription - "Cottier et sa sœur des Metternich" - indicates that the photographer Demay documented a family, specifically the Cottier family and its connection to the prestigious Metternich family. This provides information about the photographer's social circle and the importance of family connections during this period.