Portret van August Allebé op jonge leeftijd 1860 - 1880

This anonymous photograph captures August Allebé, a Dutch painter and sculptor, as a young man. Taken sometime between 1860 and 1880, the image depicts Allebé seated with a book in his lap, his gaze directed towards the viewer. The photograph is a classic example of portraiture, capturing the subject's physical likeness while hinting at their personality and artistic temperament. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, the image offers a glimpse into the early life of this prominent Dutch artist.