Portret van Anne Gesiena Nije Doorwaard 1850 - 1870

This anonymous 19th century portrait of Anne Gesiena Nije Doorwaard is a classic example of a daguerreotype, a photographic process that was popular during this period. The subject appears in a formal pose, seated with a hat on the table beside her. The delicate lace and fabric of her dress highlight her aristocratic status and are characteristic of portraiture in this era. This type of portrait was common among the middle and upper classes of the time.