André-Adolphe-Eugène Disdéri: The Architect of the Snapshot Age André-Adolphe-Eugène Disdéri’s name is inextricably linked to a pivotal moment in photographic history – the rise of mass portraiture. Born in Paris in 1819, Disdéri wasn't initially destined for the world of images; his early life involved various occupations, including working as a clerk and even a stagehand. However, a fascination with art and a burgeoning interest in…