[Man] 1843 - 1847

This calotype portrait of an unidentified man was taken by the Scottish photographic duo Hill and Adamson between 1843 and 1847. The image, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a prime example of the duo's highly detailed and realistic style, showcasing the power of early photography in capturing the human form. The subject's seated pose and the crisp detail of his clothing and facial features highlight the technical mastery of the photographers, who played a pivotal role in establishing portraiture as a key genre in photography.