Portret van Elisabeth Overduyn Heyligers c. 1893 - 1906

Delboy & Baer produced this portrait of Elisabeth Overduyn Heyligers, using photographic techniques, on a card of small dimensions. Looking at Elisabeth, it's hard not to consider the codes of representation at play here. She presents as a woman of status, adorned in a white dress and dignified hairstyle. It evokes a world where women’s identities were often closely tied to their social standing and expected roles. The photograph, in its quiet way, speaks to the nuanced ways in which identities are performed and presented, especially in the historical context of the sitter. The photograph isn't just a record of Elisabeth’s likeness. It's a piece of a puzzle that helps us understand the societal expectations and personal narratives of women from her time. The portrait offers us a window into a life, inviting us to reflect on the individual within a broader historical frame.