Portret van een onbekend echtpaar 1880 - 1900

This portrait of an unknown couple, framed in an elaborate gold-leaf frame, is a typical example of portrait photography from the late 19th century. The couple stands stiffly, facing the camera, the man with a mustache and the woman with a bun in her hair. The photograph, attributed to Dutch photographer Herman Deutmann, is a testament to the growing popularity of portraiture in the Victorian era. The detailed framing and the formal pose of the couple underscore the importance of capturing a lasting image for posterity. The image is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.