Portret van een man by George Emberson & Sons

Portret van een man 1875 - 1900

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aged paper

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toned paper

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parchment

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19th century

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neutral brown palette

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golden font

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watercolor

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historical font

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This black and white carte-de-visite portrait of an unidentified man was taken by the photography firm George Emberson & Sons. The firm was active in the latter half of the 19th century and produced numerous portraits of individuals, capturing a snapshot of Victorian life. The man in the portrait is formally dressed, showcasing the fashion trends of the period, making this a valuable document of social history. The format of the image, a small, rectangular print, was popular during the era, allowing for the easy exchange of personal portraits.

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