Portret van een onbekende Groningse student in maskeradekostuum 1896 - 1900

This 19th-century photograph, titled "Portret van een onbekende Groningse student in maskeradekostuum," by Dutch photographer Jan Frederik Blöte, depicts a young man dressed in a historical costume, possibly for a masquerade ball. The subject is a student from Groningen, Netherlands. Blöte's use of a studio setting and the subject's posed stance highlight the trend of portrait photography popular in this era, capturing the individual's essence for posterity. The fine details of the costume, such as the hat, the lace collar, and the sword, are rendered sharply, showcasing Blöte's technical skill. The sepia tone of the image is characteristic of the early photographic process, adding a timeless quality to the portrait. This photograph offers a glimpse into the sartorial trends and social activities of the time and provides a personal connection to an anonymous student from Groningen.