Portret van Anna Helena Holleman-Rouffaer c. 1855 - 1870

"Portret van Anna Helena Holleman-Rouffaer" is an anonymous daguerreotype portrait of a woman, likely taken between 1855 and 1870. The image captures the subject in a seated pose, dressed in a shawl and with her hands clasped in her lap. Daguerreotypes were a popular form of photography in the 19th century and offered a unique way to capture the likeness of individuals. The detail in the portrait suggests the artist's skill in capturing the sitter's features. The small dimensions of the piece, measuring 74 mm by 59 mm, suggest it was likely intended for private use and may have been a cherished memento for the subject's family.