Portret van een onbekende man 1855 - 1885

"Portret van een onbekende man" is a carte de visite portrait by John George Kirby, dating from between 1855 and 1885. The small, intimate format was popular in the mid-19th century as a means of sharing likenesses among family and friends. Kirby's photograph captures the sitter's gaze and features in striking detail, highlighting the advancements in photographic technology at the time. The subject's formal attire and serious expression suggest a man of status and respectability, though his identity remains unknown. This evocative portrait serves as a window into a bygone era, prompting viewers to speculate about the subject's life and story.