Portret van een onbekende man in uniform 1866 - 1885

This carte de visite, a popular format for portrait photography in the 19th century, depicts an unknown man in uniform. Created between 1866 and 1885 by French artist Léon Pineau, the portrait captures the sitter's serious expression and detailed military attire. The photograph's small size, measuring 103 mm by 62 mm, is characteristic of carte de visite portraits. This work exemplifies the tradition of portraiture, highlighting individual identity within a specific social context.