Portret van een onbekend bruidspaar c. 1880 - 1927

"Portret van een onbekend bruidspaar" (Portrait of an Unknown Bridal Couple) is a black and white photograph by Franciscus G. Lukera, a Dutch photographer who lived from 1853 to 1927. This intimate portrait, likely taken between 1880 and 1927, showcases a formally dressed couple on their wedding day. The bride is adorned in a traditional white gown with a long veil, holding a bouquet of flowers. The groom stands beside her, wearing a dark suit and a crisp white shirt. The composition and lighting capture the solemnity and joy of the occasion, highlighting the formal attire and emotions of the couple. While the identities of the subjects remain unknown, this piece offers a glimpse into the photographic practices and societal customs of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.