Genrescène uit Faust, Gretchen aan een spinnewiel, naar Goethe 1892 - 1900

This anonymous photograph, created between 1892 and 1900, is titled "Genrescène uit Faust, Gretchen aan een spinnewiel, naar Goethe" and depicts a woman, likely representing Gretchen, a character from Goethe's Faust, spinning wool. The scene is a genre scene, a popular style of painting in the 19th century which focused on everyday life, and reflects a visual interpretation of a literary source. This particular artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, showcasing the museum's interest in Dutch history and culture, as well as the connection between visual arts and literature.