Portret van een vrouw 1850 - 1900

"Portret van een vrouw," an 1850-1900 portrait by R. Finzel, is a classic example of a photographic portrait. The image depicts a woman in a simple dress, her face conveying a sense of quiet strength and grace. This small-scale photograph (81 mm high and 52 mm wide) likely captures a moment in time, offering a glimpse into the lives of ordinary individuals from the 19th century. The photograph's intimate scale suggests it was intended for personal use, possibly as a cherished keepsake or a family memento. The portrait's simple composition and the direct gaze of the subject are typical hallmarks of portraiture from this era.