Studioportret van een jonge vrouw met krullend haar c. 1863 - 1866

This is a studio portrait by Albert Greiner of a young woman with curly hair. The sepia tone and the tight framing of the subject create an intimate viewing experience, focusing primarily on the woman's profile and the texture of her hair and clothing. The composition emphasizes a stark contrast between the soft curls framing her face and the crisp lines of her attire. Her gaze is directed off-center, creating a sense of contemplative depth. The limited tonal range—a palette of creams, browns, and blacks—serves to highlight the tactile quality of the photograph, inviting a closer inspection of its surface. In formal terms, the portrait operates as a study in contrasts: soft versus sharp, light versus shadow. The formal elements coalesce to produce a portrait that invites ongoing interpretation.