Portret van een moeder met twee kinderen c. 1858 - 1866

"Portret van een moeder met twee kinderen" is a small-format photograph, a carte de visite, created between 1858 and 1866 by Polman & Hohmann. The image depicts a mother and her two children, the infant in her arms and the older child standing beside her. This type of family portrait was common in the mid-19th century as the carte de visite format gained popularity. The image was likely taken for personal use or to be shared with friends and family. The photographers Polman & Hohmann, working in the Netherlands, were known for their high-quality photographic work. The photograph is a fine example of portraiture in the mid-19th century, capturing a tender moment between a mother and her children.