Portret van Marthe Maréchal 1870 - 1900

This portrait of Marthe Maréchal, created by Louis Martin between 1870 and 1900, is a classic example of 19th-century portraiture. The young subject is depicted in a formal pose, holding a decorative box, with a simple background that draws attention to her. The photograph's small size, measuring 104mm x 63mm, suggests it was likely intended for personal use, perhaps as part of a family album. Martin, a photographer based in Nantes, France, captured the sitter's youthful charm and the timeless elegance of the era.