Portret van een onbekende jongen before 1902

"Portret van een onbekende jongen" (Portrait of an Unknown Boy), a photographic portrait taken before 1902 by Francis de Jongh, captures a young boy standing with his hand in his pocket, slightly angled towards the viewer. The image is a small, intimate portrait featuring soft lighting and a subdued tone that gives a sense of melancholy and introspection. The boy's expression and stance convey a sense of quiet contemplation, emphasizing the mystery surrounding his identity and the unspoken narrative of his life. This striking photo is a testament to de Jongh's ability to capture the essence of his subject through a simple yet powerful composition.