Victor Emmanuel II of Italy

Victor Emmanuel II (March 14, 1820 - January 9, 1878), King of Italy, original Carte-de-visite photograph, featuring an artist's portrait of the ruler. Victor Emmanuel was the first King of a united Italy since the 6th century.

Verso bears vintage photography advertisement: "P. E. Chappuis, Reflector Patentee, Optician, Photographer, And Manufacturer of Scientific and Amusing Novelties, Fireworks, &c." of London.

Pencil notations in an unknown hand appear on lower mount.

Measuring approximately 2.5 x 4, this Carte-de-visite photograph is in fine condition, with only slight signs of aging.