Portret van Lewis Cohen Stuart by Johan Hendrik Hoffmeister

Portret van Lewis Cohen Stuart c. 1851 - 1883

johanhendrikhoffmeister

white colour balance

photo of handprinted image

pale palette

pale colours

photo restoration

light coloured

white palette

repetition of white colour

remaining negative space

soft colour palette

Johan Hendrik Hoffmeister's "Portret van Lewis Cohen Stuart" is a black and white portrait photograph of Lewis Cohen Stuart, a Dutch politician. Created between 1851 and 1883, the image showcases Stuart in a formal pose, his gaze directed towards the viewer. The photograph, measuring 490 mm by 345 mm, captures Stuart's stern countenance and emphasizes his prominent features. Hoffmeister's portrait, a testament to his skill in capturing likeness, stands as a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the life of a prominent figure in Dutch society.