A portrait of a man

About this work

This is a black-and-white photo of a man sitting in a chair. He’s wearing a dark suit with a white collar, holding a book or paper in one hand. Behind him, there’s a desk with drawers and a patterned wallpaper. The lighting is soft, making his face and clothes look slightly faded. The photo looks old, with a grainy texture that’s common in early photos. It’s not painted—it’s a photograph, which was new tech back then. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.

More by London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company

Artifact World Gallery — 100,000 artworks Get the app