Portret van James Anthony Froude before 1868

This portrait photograph of James Anthony Froude, taken by Ernest Edwards before 1868, captures the English historian in a formal setting. Froude, known for his controversial views and his historical works, is depicted seated in a chair holding a book. The image, measuring 89 mm by 66 mm, showcases the Victorian era’s penchant for capturing prominent individuals in a dignified and refined manner. Edwards, who specialized in portraiture, was a prominent photographer of the period, lending a sense of authority to this striking portrayal of Froude.