Portret van een jongeman 1860 - 1880

"Portret van een jongeman" is a small-scale portrait by Dutch photographer Cornelis Bernardus Broersma, dating from the 1860s-1880s. The image captures a young boy in formal attire, showcasing a popular genre of portrait photography in the 19th century. Broersma's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the sharp focus and fine grain of the photograph, reflecting the technical advancements in photography during his era. The portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the fashion and societal norms of the time.