Were there cameras in ancient times? Why does Empress Dowager Cixi have photos?

The first camera in the world was invented in 1826 by a Frenchman, Nissef Nipps. Its appearance is a simple wooden box. With the help of the imaging principle of black box painting, the world's first Zhang Yongjiu photo was "taken", representing the birth of photography.

1839 On August 9th, the French painter Daguerre announced his invention of silver plate photography, which gave birth to the world's first portable wooden box camera.

So, around the Opium War, cameras were invented. As the supreme ruler, Empress Dowager Cixi certainly has the opportunity to enjoy this high-end fashion gadget ... so there are still photos left.