Portret van A.J. Swart c. 1880 - 1900

This anonymous portrait of A.J. Swart is a classic example of 19th-century photography. The subject is depicted in a formal pose, wearing a suit and tie. The image is a carte de visite, a small format photograph that was popular in the mid-19th century. This type of photography allowed for the creation of inexpensive, easily shared portraits, which were widely used for personal and social purposes. The portrait's soft focus and simple background emphasize the subject's features. Carte de visites were often exchanged as a way of staying in touch with friends and family, and the portrait's size made it convenient for sending through the mail.