Portret van een staande man in uniform 1872

"Portret van een staande man in uniform" is a black and white photograph by Karol Divald from 1872. It depicts a man in uniform, standing with a sword in hand, in front of a richly decorated interior. The man’s posture and the opulent surroundings suggest a high-ranking official, likely a military officer. Divald, a Polish photographer known for portraiture, captured the subject’s details with precision, highlighting his uniform and the intricate carving of the furniture in the background. This photograph, measuring 87mm by 53mm, offers a glimpse into the 19th-century world of military officers and the artistic sensibilities of Divald’s time.