Post-mortemportret van een onbekende baby 1874 - 1900

This black and white photograph by Marius Marnas, titled "Post-mortemportret van een onbekende baby," depicts a deceased infant dressed in a white gown and lying on a bed adorned with flowers. The image captures the poignant moment of mourning, highlighting the practice of post-mortem photography prevalent during the 19th century. This practice allowed families to preserve the memory of their loved ones who had passed away. The photographer's name is prominently displayed at the bottom of the image.