Portret van een jongeman (Doornbos?) after 1874

This small, formal portrait by Godfried de Jong, a Dutch photographer working in Groningen, depicts a young man, possibly from the Doornbos family, in a studio setting. The subject is dressed in a suit and bow tie, positioned in a straightforward manner, directly facing the camera. This photograph, a "carte de visite," was a popular format in the 19th century, used to share likenesses of individuals. The image showcases the precise detail and meticulous composition characteristic of portrait photography during this era.