Albumen print

Albumen print - Albumen silver print

 
An albumen print is a type of photographic print made from a glass negative. It was a widely used photographic process in the 19th century. In this process, egg white (albumen) and salt were used to coat a paper surface, which was then sensitized with a solution of silver nitrate. The paper was exposed to light through a glass negative, resulting in a photographic image. The albumen print process was known for its fine detail, rich tones, and ability to produce a wide range of shades. These prints were often mounted in albums, hence the name "albumen print."