Portret van een jongen 1873 - 1891

"Portret van een jongen" (Portrait of a Boy), a photograph by Johannes Baer, depicts a young boy standing with his arms crossed, captured in an oval frame. Created between 1873 and 1891, this intimate portrait exemplifies the photographic style prevalent in the late 19th century, focusing on capturing everyday individuals with natural poses. The boy's stoic expression and simple attire hint at a sense of earnestness and innocence, typical of children's portraits during this era. Currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, this small yet poignant work offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in the past.