Groepsportret van 14 officieren (o.a. J.W. Binkes) van het schip Het Metalen Kruis 1864

This 1864 photograph, titled "Groepsportret van 14 officieren (o.a. J.W. Binkes) van het schip Het Metalen Kruis," by Te Gempt & Van Moorsel, captures a group portrait of 14 officers from the ship "Het Metalen Kruis." The photograph was taken during the ship's voyage to Japan, as indicated in the caption. The officers are formally dressed in their uniforms, standing and seated in a traditional group portrait arrangement, providing a glimpse into the attire and customs of the Dutch naval officers during the mid-19th century. The image showcases the photographic skills of Te Gempt & Van Moorsel in capturing the details of each officer's face and uniform, creating a lasting historical record of this crew.