Portret van een man met bakkebaarden c. 1853 - 1870

"Portret van een man met bakkebaarden" (Portrait of a man with sideburns), a small, intimate photograph by Peter Wotke, is a classic example of portraiture from the mid-19th century. Created sometime between 1853 and 1870, the image captures a man with a serious expression, his sideburns and neatly trimmed beard adding a touch of formality to his attire. The composition, framed within an oval, emphasizes the sitter's face and adds a sense of intimacy and focus, making it a captivating example of portrait photography from the 19th century. The photograph, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the past and reminds us of the enduring power of portraiture in capturing individual identity.