Portret van een onbekende man, aangeduid als de heer H. W. v.d. Wiel 1877 - 1879

"Portret van een onbekende man, aangeduid als de heer H. W. v.d. Wiel" is a portrait photograph by Dutch photographer Dirk Niekerk, created between 1877 and 1879. This portrait, a classic example of 19th-century photography, features a man, likely "H. W. v.d. Wiel," posed in a formal setting. The subject’s attire and the oval frame suggest a formal portrait, highlighting the individual's importance. Niekerk's sharp attention to detail captures the subject's features and expression, making this an intimate yet distant portrait. The portrait is a valuable record of an individual from a specific era, offering insights into the fashion and social norms of the late 19th century.