A PHOTO | BRUT BXL Exhibition

This is an exhibition of original tintypes, cyanotypes and albumen prints, carrying the testimonies of the intentional and accidental creations of anonymous artists. Magical and comical moments allow us an intimate insight into the lives of strangers who lived over a century ago.

The selection of prints embraces the casual aspect of everyday life, and even uncovers the light-hearted moments which are often forgotten. They are incredibly rich in detail and interesting in their composition, intimately immersing those who view them in the private lives of the photographers. 

This exhibition tells a part of a larger story surrounding the history of photography by revealing the dynamic ingenuity with which amateur photographers started to use the camera, broadening the frontiers of creative expression in a way which captured our hearts and minds. The manner in which they used the camera coupled with the way they saw the world around them has become a compelling centre of interest for collectors, researchers and museums in the 21st century.