Portret van een onbekende vrouw 1855 - 1885

This carte de visite photograph, created by Constantin et Cie between 1855 and 1885, depicts an unknown woman in a formal pose. The woman is dressed in a patterned gown and holds a delicate pose, a hallmark of the Victorian era. Carte de visites were popular during this period, serving as a way for individuals to share their likenesses with friends and family. The photograph’s small size and the subject’s formal attire are characteristic of this popular format. This image, despite its lack of identifying information about the subject, provides a glimpse into the lives of people during the 19th century.