Portret van Louis Blanc 1860 - 1880

"Portret van Louis Blanc" is a carte-de-visite photograph, a popular format in the mid-19th century, created by the studio Carjat et Cie. between 1860 and 1880. The photograph depicts Louis Blanc, a French socialist and historian, standing with one hand in his coat pocket and the other resting on a stack of books. The photograph is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The image, a classic portrait, captures the sitter in a formal pose, emphasizing his intellectual presence. The image was likely commissioned for personal or professional use, reflecting the growing popularity of portrait photography during this era.