Portret van Ellen Hartman, zittend in decor met rivier 1880 - 1890

"Portret van Ellen Hartman, zittend in decor met rivier" is an anonymous cabinet card photograph, created between 1880 and 1890, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The image depicts Ellen Hartman, a young woman, seated on a tree branch amidst a painted backdrop of a river scene, suggesting a natural setting. The photograph is a portrait, highlighting her pose and features. Cabinet cards were popular in the late 19th century, offering a more formal portrait format than earlier carte de visite photographs. This specific image showcases a young woman in an idealized, romantic setting, reflecting the popular aesthetic of the time.