Portret van Elisabeth Moendi 1883 - 1884

"Portret van Elisabeth Moendi" is a photographic portrait by Dutch artist Friedrich Carel Hisgen, created between 1883 and 1884. The portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Elisabeth Moendi, a woman from Suriname, in a simple white dress and with her hair braided. The image captures a sense of dignity and strength in Moendi's gaze, providing a valuable glimpse into the lives of Surinamese people during the 19th century. The photograph's intimate scale and realistic depiction make it a compelling example of portraiture from this era.