Portret van een onbekende man Possibly 1857

This charcoal drawing, created in 1857 by Johann Peter Berghaus, depicts the portrait of an unknown man. The subject is depicted in a formal setting, wearing a dark suit with a bow tie and a waistcoat, which reflects the fashion trends of the mid-19th century. The artist utilizes delicate shading to render the subject's features with a sense of realism, giving a glimpse into the life of an anonymous individual from the past. This artwork, located in the Rijksmuseum, offers a window into the past and serves as a reminder of the many unknown faces that shaped history.