Portret van twee kleine mensen 1860 - 1880

"Portret van twee kleine mensen" is a photograph created by Woodbury & Page sometime between 1860 and 1880, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The photo captures a poignant moment, featuring two individuals, likely from the Dutch East Indies, standing side-by-side. The individuals are both dressed in traditional clothing, with the woman on the right adorned in a patterned sarong and the man on the left wearing a patterned shirt and sarong. The photograph's intimate portrayal of these individuals, capturing their unique attire and expressions, provides a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of the period, highlighting the importance of photography as a tool for documenting human diversity.