Portret van mevrouw Jean Darcel c. 1860 - 1865

This carte de visite, a popular photographic format of the mid-19th century, depicts Madame J. Darcel, likely a member of the French upper class. The photograph, attributed to the renowned studio Disdéri & Co., captures a formal portrait, highlighting the sitter's elegance in her elaborate attire. The photograph's intimate size and the simple backdrop typical of this style of photography served to emphasize the sitter and convey a sense of intimacy for the viewer. The carte de visite, now in the Rijksmuseum, is an excellent example of the artistic and social significance of this popular photographic format.