Portret van een jonge man in kostuum, aangeduid als H.M. Hijmans 1860 - 1905

This carte de visite, or small photographic portrait, features a young man, likely H.M. Hijmans, dressed in a Renaissance-inspired costume. Created by Dutch photographer Jan Goedeljee between 1860 and 1905, the image captures the sitter in a formal pose, his hand resting on the hilt of a sword, highlighting the popularity of historical reenactment and costuming in 19th-century society. Goedeljee, known for his portraiture and landscape work, utilized the emerging technology of photography to capture a moment in time, providing a glimpse into the fashion and cultural trends of the period. The photograph's small size suggests its intended use as a personal memento, exchanged among friends and family.