Untitled (Portrait of a Standing Man) 1880

This anonymous 1880 tintype portrait of a standing man, likely taken in a photography studio, is a small but powerful example of the artistic documentation of everyday life. The sitter, dressed in a suit and hat, stands with one hand resting on a patterned cloth, showcasing the common studio props of the era. The image, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, provides a glimpse into the past and offers a connection to an individual whose identity remains unknown.