Portret van een onbekend kind met een baret c. 1935 - 1950

Paul Rollman captured this black and white portrait of an unknown child with a beret. We can see a toddler dressed in a simple outfit, gazing slightly off-center with a look that is both innocent and contemplative. It's worth noting that the subject's identity is not recorded. This anonymity invites us to consider the many children whose stories are often overlooked or forgotten by history. The photograph provides a glimpse into a specific time, and perhaps a reflection on childhood itself. How does the choice of attire, like the beret, influence our perception of the child's identity? What does it mean to look into the eyes of someone whose story remains largely unwritten? This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of memory, history, and individual recognition.