Portret van een jongen met hoed in de hand, staand bij een stoel 1861 - 1900

This photograph, taken between 1861 and 1900 by Dutch photographer Carel Eduard Westerborg, captures a young boy standing beside a chair. The boy holds a hat in his hand, and his formal attire suggests a portrait taken for a special occasion. This photo, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a small but intriguing example of 19th-century portraiture, offering a glimpse into the life of a young person in the past. The image is particularly valuable for its intimate depiction of childhood, highlighting the details of clothing and posture characteristic of the era.