Portret van een onbekende vrijmetselaar 1855 - 1885

"Portret van een onbekende vrijmetselaar" (Portrait of an unknown Freemason) is a photograph by William Guilmard, dating from between 1855 and 1885. It depicts a man in formal attire, likely a Freemason, as he stands in front of a chair and holds a ceremonial staff. The photograph is a classic example of 19th-century portraiture and provides a glimpse into the rituals and regalia of Freemasonry. The photograph is currently held in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This piece is an interesting example of portraiture in a specific historical context, offering valuable insights into Freemasonry and Dutch society during the 19th century.