Portret van een onbekende man c. 1880 - 1900

"Portret van een onbekende man" is a cabinet card photograph, a popular format in the late 19th century, created by the studio Arthur & Philbric sometime between 1880 and 1900. The photograph, measuring 140mm by 100mm, features a seated man in a clerical collar, likely a clergyman, whose identity remains unknown. The image captures a formal portrait style typical of the era, showcasing the subject in a dignified pose. Cabinet cards were widely used for personal documentation, offering a glimpse into the lives of individuals in the past.