Portret van een staand meisje, leunend op de leuning van een stoel 1858 - 1890

This portrait photograph, "Portret van een staand meisje, leunend op de leuning van een stoel," was captured by Dutch photographer A. Böeseken between 1858 and 1890. The image features a young woman standing with her arms crossed and resting on the back of a chair. The photograph is a classic example of 19th-century portraiture, showcasing the sitter in a formal pose against a simple background, highlighting the subject's features and attire. The small dimensions of the photograph suggest it was likely intended for personal use or inclusion in a family album, capturing a moment in time for posterity. Böeseken's work, though often overlooked, provides a glimpse into the lives of everyday people during a time of significant social and technological change.