Portret van een Shanvrouw uit Birma c. 1890

"Portret van een Shanvrouw uit Birma" (Portrait of a Shan woman from Burma), a photograph taken by Felice Beato around 1890, showcases a Shan woman from Burma in traditional attire. The woman stands confidently in a studio setting, adorned with intricate clothing and jewelry. Beato, a renowned photographer of the 19th century, captured the nuances of Burmese culture through his lens, providing a valuable glimpse into the lives of people in the region. This photograph, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Beato's artistry and serves as a historical document of Burmese fashion and societal customs.