Original photograph of the great composer as a young man, reproduced shortly after his death with the caption "Brahms 1833-1897." Photographed by M. Frankenstein & Co. and issued by V. A. Heck, with the photographer's and publisher's names below the image. On a small card trimmed to slightly larger than carte-de-visite size. Light toning, but overall in fine condition. 2 5/8 x 4 1/4 inches (6.5 x 10.7 cm).