Portret van [Ch...] Waleswotly c. 1860

This carte de visite portrait of [Ch...] Waleswotly, created by the photography studio Disdéri & Co. around 1860, captures the subject in a seated pose. Waleswotly is formally dressed in a suit with a patterned waistcoat, and his relaxed demeanor suggests a sense of confidence and status. The photograph, typical of the carte de visite format, provides a glimpse into the life of a prominent individual from the mid-19th century. Carte de visite portraits were popular during this era, used for social exchange and documentation of important figures. The photograph's small size and the inscription "Depose" indicate that it was likely intended for personal use or distribution within a social circle.