Portret van een meisje 1872 - 1879

"Portret van een meisje" is a portrait photograph taken by Dutch artist Hendrik Anthonie Karel Ringler between 1872 and 1879. The photograph depicts a young woman with her hair styled in a fashionable updo, wearing a lacy blouse and a dark dress. The image is framed within an oval, common in portrait photography of the 19th century, creating a sense of intimacy. This small-scale, portrait format was typical of Ringler's photographic practice, emphasizing a focus on individual subjects. The work is a compelling example of 19th-century Dutch portraiture, capturing the quiet beauty of the sitter and the artistry of Ringler's photography.