Portret van een man met een strikje, mogelijk A.J. Swart c. 1895 - 1905

This anonymous portrait of a man wearing a bow tie, potentially A.J. Swart, was created sometime between 1895 and 1905. The photograph is a classic example of a portrait in the late 19th century and would have been a popular genre for family albums and personal collections. The artist, likely an amateur photographer, captured the man in a formal pose, emphasizing the sitter’s respectable appearance. The image is a reminder of the enduring power of portraiture, capturing moments in time and preserving individual identities for future generations.