Portret van de schilder Hendrik Schaefels 1865

This portrait photograph, created by Auguste Blanche in 1865, depicts fellow artist Hendrik Schaefels. The image captures Schaefels in a formal pose, wearing a suit and bow tie, with his gaze directed to the side. The artist's signature, "Blanche. Photo. Anvers," is present at the bottom of the photograph, indicating that it was likely created in Antwerp, Belgium. This small-scale, 100 mm x 60 mm, carte-de-visite photograph demonstrates Blanche's expertise in portraiture, showcasing Schaefels' likeness with detail and clarity.