Portret van een onbekende vrouw c. 1900 - 1920

This portrait photograph, titled "Portret van een onbekende vrouw", was created by Jean Vaessen sometime between 1900 and 1920. Housed in the Rijksmuseum, the piece depicts an unidentified woman in a formal pose, wearing a high-collared blouse and a beaded necklace. The photograph's soft focus and muted tones are characteristic of portrait photography from the early 20th century. The image offers a glimpse into the fashion and social customs of the era, while the identity of the sitter remains a mystery.