Fotoreproductie van een portret van Christoph Willibald von Gluck before 1876

This is a photographic reproduction of a portrait of the famous German composer Christoph Willibald von Gluck, created before 1876 by an anonymous artist. The small, 83 mm by 57 mm image depicts Gluck in a formal pose, wearing a dark coat over a white shirt. His powdered wig and serious expression convey the formality of the era, suggesting a portrait created during his lifetime (1714-1787). The image, likely a photogravure, showcases the intricate details of the original portrait. This type of reproduction was popular in the 19th century as a way to disseminate images of famous individuals and works of art.