Scene at Beaulieu

In this immaculately arranged grouping in front of Beaulieu, one of his beloved country houses on the shore of Lake Geneva, Jean-Gabriel Eynard stands in bright sunlight next to one of his carriages. The elegant awning over the door and windows gives an idea of the elaborate lifestyle enjoyed by the Eynard family.

Although probably simply making herself visible for the camera, the woman who leans forward from inside the light carriage seems to wait for the photograph to be finished so that they can depart. The hands of the coachman, Jules Lachenal, remained steady on the reins during an exposure that probably lasted several seconds.