Portret van twee onbekende Syrische vrouwen, gesluierd c. 1867 - 1877

"Portret van twee onbekende Syrische vrouwen, gesluierd" (Portrait of Two Unknown Syrian Women, Veiled) is a photograph taken by Félix Bonfils between 1867 and 1877. The image shows two women, completely veiled, standing against a backdrop of a painted or printed landscape. The intricate patterns on their clothing and the way they are draped create a sense of formality and tradition. This photograph, part of Bonfils's extensive collection of Middle Eastern imagery, offers a glimpse into the lives of Syrian women during the 19th century. Bonfils's work helped to shape the Western perception of the Middle East during a time of increasing European influence in the region. This photograph is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.