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In 1890, a college student hid a camera in his vest, giving us the first candid look at Victorian life
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In 1890, a college student hid a camera in his vest, giving us the first candid look at Victorian life

Isn't it fascinating how a lovestruck college student changed our view of Victorian life? Carl Størmer, with his hidden camera, captured candid moments of everyday people, breaking the stiff, formal image we usually associate with that era. His collection of over 500 photographs reveals a lively society, full of smiles and relaxed poses, which feels surprisingly modern. And here's the thing: his journey into photography didn't just stop there; it led him to significant scientific breakthroughs, including capturing the Northern Lights!
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