Portret van een onbekende jongen bij een balustrade 1891 - 1900

"Portret van een onbekende jongen bij een balustrade" (Portrait of an unknown boy at a balustrade) is a black and white photograph by E. Marchandise, taken between 1891 and 1900. The image captures a young boy, dressed in formal attire, standing casually by a stone balustrade. The backdrop suggests a studio setting, while the boy’s expression and posture create a sense of innocence and naivety, common in 19th-century portraiture. The photograph’s small dimensions, measuring 106 mm in height and 63 mm in width, suggest it was likely intended for personal use, perhaps as a memento or a cherished keepsake. This photograph, a poignant glimpse into the past, offers insight into the conventions of portraiture and the style of clothing for young boys in the late 19th century.