Portret van een jongen, staand bij een tafel 1875 - 1899

This carte de visite, "Portret van een jongen, staand bij een tafel" (Portrait of a Boy Standing by a Table), was created between 1875 and 1899 by the Amsterdam photography studio, Photographie Française. The studio was known for its portraiture, which captured the likeness of individuals with a formal, often posed style. This particular image showcases a young boy, dressed in a dark jacket and trousers, standing confidently with one hand on a table. The portrait is characterized by its sharp detail, conveying the boy's posture and attire with clarity. The backdrop is a simple room, with a plant in a pot on the table behind the subject. This image is a testament to the artistry of photography in the late 19th century.