A photograph by Jacques Henri Alfred Odart de Parigny, an early amateur photographer. This photo shows 'Drolesse', a Durham cow raised by the Count of Falloux. The farmer who keeps the cow on a leash has a broad smile. He wears typical 19th century work clothes, a hat and clogs.

The print has a beautiful primitive atmosphere. Albumen print from a collodion glass negative.

Text under the image in pencil: "1862 - Le Bourg d'Iré - Ferme agricole 'Le Domaine' - 'Drolesse', vache Durham, élévé chez le Comte de Falloux."

Photo ca. 12,9 x 17,6 cm
Mount ca. 22,3 x 27,9 cm

Provenance: Odart de Parigny family