Portret van een vrouw met strik in het haar c. 1865

"Portret van een vrouw met strik in het haar" is a portrait photograph by Palmer Descamps, created around 1865. The photograph depicts a woman in a simple dress and a bow in her hair, looking directly at the viewer. The image is a classic example of a portrait photograph from the 19th century, capturing the sitter in a formal, yet intimate pose. The small size of the photograph suggests it was likely intended for personal use, possibly as a keepsake for the woman depicted. Descamps, a Belgian photographer, is known for his portraits and landscapes. This photograph, with its simple composition and intimate feel, exemplifies Descamps' talent for capturing the essence of his subjects.