Portret van een acteur als Faust met baret 1890 - 1910

This is a photographic portrait by Hansen & Weller, titled "Portret van een acteur als Faust met baret," whose date remains unknown. Note the subject's placement within the frame, his face turned slightly, offering a glimpse into a theatrical persona. The tonal range of the photograph is rich, moving from dark shadows that define the contours of his costume to the lighter areas that catch the texture of his feathered beret. The actor's costume, with its deep velvet textures and ornamental details, suggests a deliberate construction of character through visual codes. The composition, framed by a decorative border, enhances the photograph's sense of artifice, reminding us that this is not merely a representation of an individual, but a staged performance captured in stillness. Here, the photograph becomes a sign, laden with cultural and theatrical references, open to ongoing interpretation.