Fotoreproductie van een getekend portret van een vrouw met muts 1869 - 1875

Emanuel Lorjé created this photographic reproduction of a drawn portrait of a woman with a bonnet in the mid-19th century. The photograph is a delicate rendering of the original drawing, emphasizing its tonal range. The composition is structured around the woman’s face, framed by the soft, ruffled edges of her bonnet and the simple lines of her clothing. Lorjé’s choice of photography as a medium transforms the initial drawing, adding another layer of interpretation through light and shadow. This process shifts the focus from mere representation to an exploration of how different media can alter our perception of form. The photograph, with its subtle gradations, invites us to consider how the interplay of light, shadow, and texture contribute to the overall meaning. Ultimately, the aesthetic impact lies in how Lorjé uses the photographic process to highlight the intrinsic qualities of the original drawing. This interplay of form and medium prompts a reflection on the very nature of portraiture and its evolving representation across different artistic practices.