Portret van een onbekende oude man 1855 - 1885

This portrait of an unknown elderly man was created by Belgian photographer Ch. Verbeke-Schodts between 1855 and 1885. The photograph depicts the man in a formal pose, wearing a dark coat, vest, and a white shirt with a high collar. The man's facial expression appears serious, with a faint smile present. This image is a classic example of 19th-century portraiture, a popular genre that captured the likenesses of individuals in the midst of the rapid rise of photography as an art form. The photograph is small in size, measuring 104 millimeters in height and 60 millimeters in width, further hinting at its intimate nature. The subject's identity remains unknown, adding a layer of mystery to this captivating work.