Portret van Wilhelmina van Pruisen 1790 - 1849
anonymous
photo of handprinted image
aged paper
toned paper
vintage
photo restoration
old engraving style
retro 'vintage design
historical photography
old-timey
19th century
This anonymous engraving from 1790 to 1849 depicts Frederica Louise Wilhelmina, Princess of Prussia, in an oval frame. The portrait, likely created for a personal collection or publication, showcases the subject in a simple dress with her hair styled in a fashionable updo. The intricate engraved details of the frame and the inscription below highlight the significance of the individual portrayed, emphasizing her status and lineage. The artwork serves as a testament to the practice of portraiture in the 18th and 19th centuries, where individuals sought to commemorate themselves or their loved ones through art. The image is now held in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the museum's wide-ranging collection.
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