Portret van Guurtje van Leijden 1866 - 1896

This portrait of Guurtje van Leijden, taken by Dutch photographer Louis Robert Werner between 1866 and 1896, shows a woman with her hair styled in a popular Victorian fashion. The photograph, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, captures a moment in time and offers a glimpse into the personal lives of ordinary people during the 19th century. Its small size, measuring just 84mm by 51mm, suggests it was likely a personal memento, capturing a cherished memory of a loved one. This intimate portrait showcases Werner's skill in capturing the essence of his subject with a simple yet impactful composition, a hallmark of 19th-century portrait photography.