Portret van jonkheer Gerard Jacob Theodoor Beelaerts van Blokland c. 1865 - 1890

"Portret van jonkheer Gerard Jacob Theodoor Beelaerts van Blokland" is a portrait photograph by Dutch artist Bernardus Bruining, created between 1865 and 1890. The photograph, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a young man with a serious expression, dressed in formal attire of the time. The image showcases Bruining's expertise in capturing the essence of his subject through a simple yet impactful composition. The photograph exemplifies the popular portrait genre of the 19th century, which focused on capturing likenesses of individuals, often from the upper classes.