Portret van Ellen Hartman 1880 - 1890

"Portret van Ellen Hartman" is a small, anonymous portrait photograph from the Rijksmuseum, dating between 1880 and 1890. The image features a young woman, Ellen Hartman, with a serious expression, dressed in a dark jacket, a lace collar, and a large fur hat. The photograph is a typical example of the cabinet card portrait style, popular in the late 19th century. These studio portraits offered a way for individuals to document their likeness and document their presence within the social fabric of their time. The image is in sepia tones and is a charming reminder of a bygone era.