Portret van een vrouw c. 1881 - 1891

This is a portrait of a young woman taken by Bernardus Bruining, a Dutch photographer active in the late 19th century. The photograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Bruining’s signature style of capturing realistic details while using a soft, slightly blurred background. The woman's youthful features and elegant attire are highlighted by the simple oval frame, typical of portrait photography of this era. The photograph, likely a carte-de-visite, was a popular format for capturing and sharing personal portraits during the mid-19th century.