Explore 'Se va mi sombra, pero yo me quedo': Photography and Illusion in Romanticism Exhibition

This exhibition explores the intersection of illusion and photography during the Romantic period, presenting 20 historical photographs within the recreated 19th-century interiors of the Museo del Romanticismo. It highlights how early photographic techniques captured the reality of Isabeline life and created optical illusions.

The exhibition 'Se va mi sombra, pero yo me quedo. Ilusión y fotografía en el Romanticismo' delves into the origins of photography during the Romantic era, a time when the challenge of reflecting reality was paramount. Featuring 20 historical photographs displayed in the rooms of the Museo del Romanticismo, the exhibition connects the photographic representation of reality with the living spaces of the 19th century. Visitors can explore how these images offer a glimpse into the daily lives, public and private activities within Isabeline palaces. The exhibition also focuses on the technical aspects of early photography, showcasing techniques such as cartes de visite, stereoscopic pairs, tissues, and megaletoscopio privilegiato. Special viewers are installed in the museum's rooms to replicate those used in the 19th century, allowing visitors to appreciate the optical illusions and artistic effects created with these photographic processes. The title itself, inspired by a poem by Carolina Coronado, reflects themes of light, shadow, image, and the deceptive nature of perception, all present in the nascent art of photography.

The exhibition is located in the Permanent Exhibition area of the Museo del Romanticismo. Specific ticketing information is not provided on this page, but visitors are directed to contact the museum for more details or image requests via phone or email.