Portret van een vrouw met West-Friese kap 1855 - 1880

This carte de visite photograph, taken by the London and Continental Photographic Copying Company between 1855 and 1880, depicts a woman wearing a traditional West-Friese cap. The image captures the sitter in a seated pose, her hands resting calmly in her lap, against a neutral backdrop. The small format of the photograph, measuring 81 mm by 52 mm, highlights the popularity of this style during the 19th century. The sharp detail of the clothing and the expression on the sitter's face showcase the quality of the photographic process, capturing a timeless moment of this woman's life.