Portret van Willem Frederik Piek Sr. by Frank Forfey

Portret van Willem Frederik Piek Sr. 1889 - 1893

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centered subject

full body portrait

centered image

isolated focal point

portrait reference

unrealistic statue

white focal point

front and centered composition

repetition of white colour

cutout

"Portret van Willem Frederik Piek Sr." is a black and white portrait photograph of Willem Frederik Piek Sr. by Frank Forfey, created between 1889 and 1893. The image shows Piek Sr. in a formal pose, wearing a suit and bowtie. The portrait is a classic example of 19th-century photographic portraiture, capturing the sitter's likeness with great detail. Piek Sr.'s expression is serious, and his gaze is directed slightly to the right, giving the impression of contemplation. The photograph is signed by the artist, "Forfey 1893", which suggests that it was likely commissioned by Piek Sr. or his family.