Portret van een zittende man by Wegner & Mottu

Portret van een zittende man 1857 - 1864

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daguerreotype, photography, gelatin-silver-print

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portrait

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daguerreotype

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photography

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historical photography

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gelatin-silver-print

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realism

Dimensions: height 85 mm, width 53 mm

Copyright: Rijks Museum: Open Domain

This photograph of a seated man, made by Wegner & Mottu, presents us with symbols of status and formality. The subject's attire—a dark, double-breasted jacket and bow tie—speaks to the sartorial codes of the era, echoing the bourgeoisie. His posture, seated with a hand resting casually on his leg, conveys a sense of composed authority. We have seen this pose echoed through time. Think of emperors and philosophers who would also signal composure and control through posture. The gaze of the man in the photograph reflects a self-assuredness. It seems he subconsciously wants the viewer to see him in a position of power, but also approachable, embodying a blend of formality and approachability. The image subtly draws on our collective memory of power and composure. It's a recurring theme that engages us on a deep, subconscious level.

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