Portret van een vrouw 1884 - 1910

"Portret van een vrouw" (Portrait of a Woman), a black and white photograph by Adolphe Zimmermans, depicts a woman in a formal pose. The image dates to between 1884 and 1910 and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The photograph's small size, measuring 84 mm by 51 mm, contributes to its intimate and personal feel. The woman's intricate hairstyle and delicate lace collar suggest a portrait commissioned for a private collection. Zimmermans, known for his photographic work, captured the sitter's features with detail and clarity, showcasing the precision of 19th-century portrait photography.