Portret van een baby op een stoel c. 1864 - 1887

"Portret van een baby op een stoel" is a 19th-century portrait photograph by the Dutch studio Wegner & Mottu. It depicts a young child seated in a chair, capturing the innocent charm of childhood. This intimate portrait, preserved in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the widespread practice of capturing family moments through photography in the 19th century. The image's detail and composition highlight the artistry of early photography, while the subject matter resonates with viewers across generations.