Portret van een man, zittend op een stoel 1861 - 1874

Albert Greiner captured this portrait of a seated man with a camera, rendering it in muted sepia tones that evoke a sense of historical distance. The composition is formal, structured by the rectangular frame, within which the subject is carefully posed. The man's figure is arranged to convey stability and presence. His dark suit contrasts subtly against the lighter backdrop, a play of light and shadow that defines his form. Greiner uses the geometric lines of the chair to frame the man, adding depth to the composition. The delicate balance of tones creates a visual harmony. The photograph functions as more than a mere likeness; it is a study in representation. The choice of sepia, the subject's attire, and the deliberate pose all contribute to a constructed image, reflecting the photographic conventions of the time. Through this formal arrangement, Greiner communicates not just an image of an individual, but an idea of social identity.