A. Bussenius

A. Bussenius is a photographer whose work is represented by a formal portrait of a man in a suit. The photograph is likely a carte de visite, a popular format for portraiture in the 19th century. These small photographs were widely exchanged as a means of communication and social connection. The photograph’s crisp detail and subdued lighting are characteristic of early photographic portraiture. This particular photograph's framing suggests an album context.