M. H. Kayser 1855

lithograph, print

photo of handprinted image

toned paper

pastel soft colours

photo restoration

lithograph

print

light coloured

white palette

historical photography

19th century

watercolour illustration

watercolor

This lithograph portrait of M. H. Kayser, Chief of the Royal Customs Barrier, was created by August Barlach in 1855. It depicts Kayser in a detailed military uniform, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the subject's likeness and the intricacies of clothing. This piece is an example of a portrait lithograph, a popular genre in 19th-century Europe, allowing for affordable and accessible reproduction of portraits, particularly of notable individuals. The artwork is currently part of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst collection in Denmark.