F.B. Klare

F.B. Klare (active 1800s-1984) was a Dutch photographer known for his portraiture. This image is likely a studio portrait, a popular genre in the 19th century. The subject, a young boy, is formally dressed in a sailor suit, holding a book, highlighting a common theme of childhood innocence and the importance of education. The sharp details and the use of a traditional background, characteristic of the time, contribute to the timeless quality of the image.