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Self-portrait of the daguerreot typist and manufacturer Johan Wilhelm Bergström (1812-1881), c1850. Creator: Mats Landin
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Self-portrait of the daguerreot typist and manufacturer Johan Wilhelm Bergström (1812-1881), c1850. Creator: Mats Landin
Self-portrait of the daguerreot typist and manufacturer Johan Wilhelm Bergstrom (1812-1881), c1850
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1850s Daguerreotype Formal Formal Dress Nordic Museum Nordic Museum Foundation Nordiska Museet Photographer Clothing Dress Fashion Clothing Hairdo Hairdressing White And Black
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This self-portrait of Johan Wilhelm Bergström, a prominent daguerreotype typist and manufacturer from Sweden during the 1850s, offers a glimpse into the world of mid-19th century fashion and photography. Dressed in formal attire, Bergström sits before a plain backdrop, his direct gaze fixed on the camera lens. The monochromatic image, created by Swedish photographer Mats Landin, highlights the intricacies of Bergström's clothing - a tailored jacket with a high collar and a crisp white shirt, contrasting with the dark waistcoat and trousers. The subject's hair is meticulously styled, slicked back and parted in the middle, adding to the overall sense of formality and elegance. The portrait, taken at a time when photography was still a relatively new medium, showcases the skill and artistry of both the photographer and the sitter. Bergström's confident demeanor and the sharp clarity of the image speak to the technical prowess of Landin, while the subject's self-assured gaze and well-groomed appearance reflect the importance placed on appearance and presentation during the era. This self-portrait, now held in the collections of the Nordic Museum Foundation in Stockholm, Sweden, provides a fascinating window into the past, offering insights into the world of 19th century photography and fashion.
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