Portret van Maria Eugenia dos Santos en een onbekende vrouw before 1886

This 19th-century photograph, created before 1886, depicts Maria Eugenia dos Santos, a well-known actress from the Leopoldina theater company, with an unknown woman. The image, a carte de visite measuring 140mm by 96mm, showcases the popular format used to share portraits during the time. The two women are posed in a theatrical setting, likely backstage or in a dressing room, adding to the intrigue and highlighting the artistic subject matter. The portrait captures the essence of the time, showcasing the artistic figures and the culture of the era.