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Antique portrait duo from 1850–1900, in wood with original frames.
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Antique Portrait Duo – C.J.L. Vermeulen (Hoffotograaf) – Original Frames
Description:
For sale: a wonderful pair of historical portrait photos (man and woman) of museum quality, produced by the famous Dutch court photographer C.J.L. Vermeulen (1861–1936). Vermeulen was the court photographer to the Royal Household and one of the most prominent photographers of his time. His work is highly valued by collectors of classical photography and Dutch history.
Unique features:
Authentic provenance: the portrait of the man bears on the back the original seal of the photographer with historical addresses in The Hague (Lange Poten 23 and Toussaintkade 11), and branches in Rotterdam (Coolsingel) and Utrecht.
Original frames: the photos are framed in heavy, black polished frames with an elegant gold pearl edge, from Vermeulen's own Frame Factory at Bilderdijkstraat 35-41 in The Hague. These handmade frames give the duo an authentic, classic look and complete it as a historical object.
Dimensions (H x W x D / inner photo size):
Man: 42 x 36 x 4.5 cm (inner photo size 28.5 x 25.5 cm)
Woman: 40 x 33 x 4.5 cm (inner photo size 27 x 21 cm)
Weight approx. 1200/1500 grams
Condition:
The photos remain sharp and clear. The frames are in good antique condition, with corner damage, a few scratches and stains as visible in the photos. The woman has some mold on the back.
Why it is special:
This set combines historical photography by a top photographer with original, high-quality frames, making it a rare collectible for lovers of classic portraits, Hague history, or refined interiors.
Antique Portrait Duo – C.J.L. Vermeulen (Hoffotograaf) – Original Frames
Description:
For sale: a wonderful pair of historical portrait photos (man and woman) of museum quality, produced by the famous Dutch court photographer C.J.L. Vermeulen (1861–1936). Vermeulen was the court photographer to the Royal Household and one of the most prominent photographers of his time. His work is highly valued by collectors of classical photography and Dutch history.
Unique features:
Authentic provenance: the portrait of the man bears on the back the original seal of the photographer with historical addresses in The Hague (Lange Poten 23 and Toussaintkade 11), and branches in Rotterdam (Coolsingel) and Utrecht.
Original frames: the photos are framed in heavy, black polished frames with an elegant gold pearl edge, from Vermeulen's own Frame Factory at Bilderdijkstraat 35-41 in The Hague. These handmade frames give the duo an authentic, classic look and complete it as a historical object.
Dimensions (H x W x D / inner photo size):
Man: 42 x 36 x 4.5 cm (inner photo size 28.5 x 25.5 cm)
Woman: 40 x 33 x 4.5 cm (inner photo size 27 x 21 cm)
Weight approx. 1200/1500 grams
Condition:
The photos remain sharp and clear. The frames are in good antique condition, with corner damage, a few scratches and stains as visible in the photos. The woman has some mold on the back.
Why it is special:
This set combines historical photography by a top photographer with original, high-quality frames, making it a rare collectible for lovers of classic portraits, Hague history, or refined interiors.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
Netherlands
Material
Wood
Colour
Black
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
External height
42 cm
External width
36 cm
Internal height
28.5 cm
Internal width
28.5 cm
Depth
25.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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