Portret van een (vermoedelijk) Nederlandse matroos van de Koninklijke Marine c. 1870 - 1900

This 19th-century carte-de-visite, a popular photographic format of the time, is a portrait of a Dutch sailor, likely from the Royal Netherlands Navy. The image, captured by photographer A. Swaab, shows the sailor in a classic naval uniform, including a sailor's cap and a jacket with a large sailor collar, offering a glimpse into the fashion of the time. The simple composition and neutral expression of the sailor contribute to the authenticity of this historical photographic document. This small, intimate portrait, measuring only 103 mm by 62 mm, provides a glimpse into the life of a 19th-century sailor and offers insights into the visual culture of the period.