Portret van een man met bakkebaarden en een strikje c. 1863 - 1870

This 19th-century carte de visite portrait, created by K. Buwalda between 1863 and 1870, depicts a man with sideburns and a bowtie, seated and looking directly at the viewer. The small, intimate format of the carte de visite, a popular form of portraiture in the 19th century, allowed for widespread distribution and collection. The image's sharp detail and neutral tone are characteristic of early photographic portraits, capturing a sense of realism and formality. The sitter's attire suggests a man of some standing, his refined appearance reflecting the fashion trends of the era.