[HenryJutsum] 1860s

This carte de visite, a popular format for photographic portraits in the mid-19th century, captures Henry Jutsum seated in a chair, reading a document. Created by the renowned photographic duo John and Charles Watkins in the 1860s, the image showcases their mastery of capturing detail and expression in a small format. The photograph is a valuable glimpse into the life of a 19th-century gentleman, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation. The simple yet elegant composition and the subject's relaxed posture further enhance the portrait's timeless appeal. The photograph, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, provides a window into the history of photography and the social customs of the Victorian era.