Portret van een vrouw 1874 - 1884

"Portret van een vrouw" is a black and white photograph created by P. Vlaanderen & C. van der Aa sometime between 1874 and 1884. The photograph depicts a woman in a simple dress and a dark, velvet sash. Her hair is styled in a bun and she is wearing a brooch. The image is a classic example of a portrait photograph from the 19th century. The image was taken in a studio, as evidenced by the plain backdrop. Portrait photography was a popular genre in the 19th century, as it allowed people to capture their likeness for posterity. The small size of the photograph suggests that it was likely intended to be a personal keepsake.