Ovaal studioportret van Ida van Braam Possibly 1880 - 1882

This cabinet card portrait, "Ovaal studioportret van Ida van Braam," was taken by Dutch photographer Carel Eduard Westerborg between 1880 and 1882. The image features a young girl, Ida van Braam, seated on a cushioned stool, her gaze directed towards the viewer. The photograph's composition is classic and elegant, using the oval shape of the mat to frame the subject. The subject's dress and pose are reminiscent of the fashion and style of the Victorian era, capturing a moment in time from the late 19th century. This photograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the portraiture practices of the time and the lives of a young Dutch girl during this period.