Portret van een man before 1870

This portrait photograph, titled "Portret van een man," was taken by A. Böeseken before 1870. Böeseken, a Dutch photographer, was known for his portraiture and worked in Rotterdam. The image captures a young man in a formal suit with a bow tie. His serious expression and direct gaze create a sense of formality, typical of 19th-century portraiture. The oval frame, a common feature in photography of the era, adds a classic touch to the composition. This image offers a glimpse into the style and practices of portrait photography in the Netherlands during the 19th century.