Portret van Bastiaan de Greef 1864 - 1879

"Portret van Bastiaan de Greef" is a portrait photograph by Dutch artist Leonard de Koningh, dating from 1864-1879. The photograph depicts Bastiaan de Greef, seated and resting his chin on his hand, in a formal pose. It is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, a testament to de Koningh's skills as a photographer. This black-and-white image showcases the sharp detail and compositional skill typical of 19th-century portraiture. The photograph captures the sitter's somber expression, highlighting the individual's personality and social status. The photograph is small in size (100 mm x 62 mm) but it effectively conveys the essence of its subject.