Portret van een zittende jongeman 1864 - 1890

"Portret van een zittende jongeman" is a carte-de-visite portrait photograph of a young man taken by the London and Continental Photographic Copying Company between 1864 and 1890. The subject is seated in a chair with a carved back and is looking directly at the viewer. The photograph is a classic example of 19th-century portraiture, showcasing the emerging technology of photography and its use in capturing likenesses for personal and social purposes. The format and size of the photograph, along with the ornate frame, were typical of the carte-de-visite genre, which allowed for mass production and distribution of portraits, becoming a popular form of social documentation. The subject's formal attire and relaxed posture, combined with the crisp detail and clear lighting, contribute to the photograph's timeless aesthetic.