Biel, Emilio (1838-1915)

Emilio Biel was a German photographer. In 1857 Biel emigrated to Portugal and lived in Porto for 50 years. He ran a photography studio there ¬– initially called “Casa Fritz” and later “Casa Biel” – which sold a large number of postcards.

Material:

• 30 photographs (traditional costumes, various views of Porto, circa 1900)

Keywords: Portugal, history of photography