Portret jongeman met insignes op jas 1859 - 1869

This is a photograph of a young man with insignia on his jacket, made by Veuve J. van Koningsveld. Though the exact date of the photograph is unknown, we know that the photographer lived and worked in the Netherlands between 1828 and 1907. In this albumen print, the subject poses in a dark jacket adorned with what appear to be society pins, suggesting membership in a social club or association. His formal attire and leaning pose speak to the conventions of bourgeois portraiture in the Netherlands during that time. The photograph presents a fascinating glimpse into the social fabric of the Netherlands during the late 19th century, particularly the role of social clubs and associations in shaping individual identity. By researching the history of Dutch social organizations, historians can use images like this to reconstruct the cultural landscape of the time and better understand the values and aspirations of the middle class.