Portret van een onbekende man Possibly 1887

This portrait photograph of an unknown man was likely taken in 1887 by Dutch photographer Arnold Nelius Marinus Johannes Fock, known for his work in Utrecht. The subject is formally dressed in a suit and bow tie, suggesting he belonged to a higher social class. Fock's work often captured the individuality and dignity of his subjects, as seen in this portrait. The photograph's intimate composition and soft lighting enhance the subject's presence, creating a timeless image. The small size of the photograph, measuring just 101 mm in height and 62 mm in width, reflects the popular format of cabinet cards during this period. This portrait, though lacking an identifiable subject, offers a glimpse into the social and artistic sensibilities of late 19th-century Dutch society.