Reproductie naar een fotoportret van Marie Koens, de latere echtgenote van Frank van der Goes door Willem Witsen c. 1860 - 1915

This black and white photograph, likely a reproduction of a portrait of Marie Koens, future wife of the Dutch painter Frank van der Goes, was created by an anonymous artist sometime between 1860 and 1915. It is held in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and the image focuses on Koens’s face, capturing her serious expression. Her dark hair frames her face, and the viewer can make out the detailing of a patterned collar and sash on her clothing. The photo offers a glimpse into the life of a woman associated with a prominent Dutch artist, leaving viewers to contemplate her personal story and the role she played in Van der Goes’ life.