Portret van een staande kinderjuffrouw met baby op de arm 1857 - 1865

This carte-de-visite photograph, taken between 1857 and 1865 by James Page, depicts a Black woman holding a white infant. Page was a British photographer known for his portraiture, often capturing intimate moments of everyday life. The image, measuring 81 mm in height and 49 mm in width, provides a glimpse into the social dynamics of 19th-century Britain. The composition, with the woman's gaze directed at the viewer, and the baby nestled in her arms, evokes a sense of maternal tenderness and care. The photograph is an example of the photographic portrait genre, a popular form of visual documentation during the Victorian era. It is a powerful reminder of the complexities of race and class in 19th-century society.