Portret van een onbekende vrouw before 1898

This is a portrait study of an unidentified woman, taken by Russell & Sons before 1898. The black and white photograph captures the woman in profile, facing right, and dressed in a light-colored blouse with a high collar. The soft lighting creates a gentle, almost ethereal quality around the subject, highlighting the subtle details of her features. The small size of the photograph suggests that it was likely intended as a personal or family keepsake. The image is a striking example of early photographic portraiture, demonstrating the artistic potential of the medium to capture individual personality and emotion.