Portret van mevrouw Van Leeuwen-Matthes Possibly 1885

This portrait photograph, created by Heinrich Wilhelm Wollrabe in 1885, captures the likeness of mevrouw Van Leeuwen-Matthes. The image, housed at the Rijksmuseum, presents a formal composition with the subject positioned centrally within an oval frame. The photograph is rendered in a classic black and white style, emphasizing the subject's features and conveying a sense of timelessness. Wollrabe, a prominent photographer of the late 19th century, is known for his skillful depictions of individuals and his keen eye for detail. This portrait serves as a valuable glimpse into the lives of a woman of the period and demonstrates the evolution of portraiture in the photographic medium.