Portret van een zittende man met boek 1850 - 1867

This small-scale portrait, "Portret van een zittende man met boek" (Portrait of a seated man with a book), is a photographic work created by Johannes Peter Metzger between 1850 and 1867. The image depicts a man seated in a chair, holding a book and looking directly at the viewer. The detail and sharpness of the image, along with the sitter's thoughtful expression, are characteristic of 19th-century portrait photography. The small size of the photograph suggests it was likely intended for personal use or as a memento. It's a poignant reminder of the historical impact of photography in capturing human likeness and offering a glimpse into the lives of individuals from the past.