Portret van Emma Sardemann Possibly 1905

"Portret van Emma Sardemann" is a portrait photograph by Stephanus Adrianus Schotel, taken around 1905. The image shows a young woman, Emma Sardemann, posed against a plain backdrop in a formal studio setting. This is a typical example of a portrait photograph taken in the early 20th century, highlighting the photographer's skill in capturing a natural, yet composed expression. The image's small size, measuring only 168 mm by 107 mm, suggests it was likely intended for personal use as a memento or keepsake. Schotel, born in 1871 and active in the early 20th century, was a Dutch photographer known for his portraiture and landscape photography.